On the feeders

We re-arranged our feeders to encourage the humming bird but this produced an unforeseen consequence - and benefit - as far as the chipmunks are concerned.

They are not usually able to reach the large feeder as it is high off the ground.  However in its new position they were able to take a flying leap from the hedge below and help themselves.  Although they are growing fatter as the summer progresses they are still not heavy enough to trigger the 'squirrel proof' mechanism which shuts down the feeder when a squirrel jumps on and they got through a remarkable amount of seed.

It has now been swopped back and when the hummingbird feeder returned to its original position we were rewarded with a visit.  As usual it was a question of grabbing the camera rather quickly.  

David managed to capture these shots...