Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve Hummingbird Guide
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- No boiling, no dye
- The same sugar hummingbird flowers make
- One ingredient, nothing else: 100% pure cane sugar
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Overview
Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve protects one of the largest old-growth urban forests in the United States, making it a distinctive southern Indiana stop for hummingbird watchers. Ruby-throated Hummingbirds can use the forest edges, understory flowers, and bird sanctuary habitat during the summer season.
Hummingbirds to Watch For
- • Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Most Common Hummingbird
The most commonly sighted hummingbird at Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve is the Ruby-throated Hummingbird.
Special Guest Hummingbird
Watch for the Rufous Hummingbird. Rufous Hummingbirds are rare vagrants in Indiana and would be notable if documented.
Best Time to Visit
Plan your visit during May, June, July, August, September for the highest chance of hummingbird sightings. Early morning and late afternoon are typically the most active feeding times.
Plants and Habitat
Look for tubular red, orange, and pink blooms, native salvia, and flowering shrubs where hummingbirds prefer to feed.
Visitor Notes
Plan ahead and check the official website for current hours and seasonal closures.
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