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County welcomes hummingbird return

County welcomes hummingbird return
Hummingbirds may be tiny, but they cause a big commotion upon their return to Leelanau County. Photo courtesy of Reiner “Dutch” Zonderman

The hummingbird migration is a whisper only to the uninitiated.

To birders, it’s a big deal. They shout out the arrival of “hummers” through social media, website posts — and anyone who will listen.

“It’s very exciting,” said Bonny Everett, who shares a deep love for birds with her husband, Reinder “Dutch” Zonderman. The couple recently returned to their home in Elmwood Township after wintering in northern Arizona, a location partially chosen because of its ornithological opportunities.

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