When I look outside my window I see so many plants that are not native. Where would we be without all of the plants we have introduced into our habitat? There are those who get upset, but then they don't want us to have electricity either and are going to tax our gas and energy supply.
One of my favorite trees is the orange tree. Not sure where it came from, but it is not by any means native. Are there some problems because of the importation of some wildlife or plants? Yes, some want to bring in the Grizzly, the wolf, and the spotted owl!! And I recall a park service ranger who was protecting the rattle snake!
If it ever comes to getting rid of those not native, I guess most all of us will have to leave where we are living!
Back on topic! We have planted a large area to flowers in our front yard. The Hummingbirds are quite happy. I have one little friend, Pookey. He comes and will sit on the flowers and visit. Today, he came for a visit and let me give him a shower! He was a very happy little Hummingbird!! It is very neat when they come right up to your face and stop in mid-air and look you right in the eye!! Not sure why they do this. It does not happen very often, but it is quite an experience. There is something about the little guys that is captivating. I think it may be that they can stop in mid-flight and check things out. All other birds just keep going!!
But, Pookey can zip up and then he can leave just as fast as he came!!
And, do they ever have a long tongue!!! Am I on topic? Is a tame Hummingbird considered "wildlife"?