RINGTAIL DAYLIGHT VISIT

In the last couple of days we have seen a Ringtail (Bassariscus astutus) or Ringtail Cat moving quickly around the front yard during the daylight hours.  Not sure why this very nocturnal mammal is being seen during daylight. The Ringtail Cat is not a member of the feline family, but is in the Procyonidae family that includes the Racoon, Central American Kinkajou, South American Coati.

HUMMINGBIRD FEEDING FRENZY

This has been the most active hummingbird I can recall.  Perhaps the recent rains that kick-started our native flower beds to explode with salvias, lantana and Turk's Cap and the lack of any other flowers must be the primary draw.  I have been filling feeder daily. The major species are Ruby-throats with a few Black-chinned and a couple of Selasphrous.