Not being a "song-bird" the hummer is not a protected species.

Their tongues make for a delightful spoonful - saute in butter with fresh fennel leaf and a small bit of minced clove of garlic.

Mouse traps baited with honey work well; however, clean before rigor-mortise sets in. The best for the cullenary arts is to capture them alive and then wring the neck (like a chicken.) Women's hair-nets placed slightly above a feeder-jar work exceedingly well....before night fall....up to a dozen may be secured.

Since they migratory your current supply will last for up to six weeks this spring.

Also, since they are migratory, (if you have the slightest reservation regarding this delicacy of emperors) recognize that you are performing a service to world-health since the little critters might later carry an out-break of influenza.

Eat and enjoy with good conscience.