Contents3. IntroWhat to expect from Hummingbirds Up Close Magazine by Eric Pittman8. NestCam LifeA mother hummingbird raises her chicks in a lilac bush under the watchful eye of the internet. The world says hello to Squeak, Rattle and Humm18. Readers' Page & FAQTell us your favorite hummingbird story or send us your pictures20. Feature: The Real Housewives of Hummingbird HillsStories of love, lies, lust and betrayal in a hummingbird colony32. Focus on...What does a hummingbird eat?38. Caption ContestGive me your best wise-crack!39. Send Greeting Cards via Hummingbirds!Find out how here42. Hummingbird LifeGrooming tips for hummingbirds - Buffng up on a blackberry leaf From The Field44. How Big Is It?46. Great Photo TipsHow I get hummingbirds to pose for meWhat to expect from 50. Next issue...Hummingbirds Up Close Magazine:See what’s coming up! n this e-zine, I will be showcasing the hummingbirds which are broad-cast on my live webcam at Hummingbirdsupclose.com and keep you BUY THE NEXT ISSUE HEREI up to date on nests in Hummingbird Hills, a unique colony of hum-Hummingbirds Up Close co-operates with the scientifc community. mingbirds in Victoria, B.C. Monthly features will highlight individual nests If you need data or photographs, please contact me at eric@hummingbirdsupclose.comand show interesting aspects of hummingbird behavior. This format allows All content copyright Eric J. Pittman 2012 All Rights ReservedDesign by Mike LaingHummingbirds Up Close Magazine 3