Hummingbirds use up so much energy in the course of the day that they must rest during the night. They have developed their own system of sleep to help them use as little energy as possible so they wake refreshed. The hummingbird’s day Everything about the hummingbird uses energy, so […]
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When Do Hummingbirds Migrate?
We love to see hummingbirds visit our garden in the warmer months during their breeding season. Therefore, it’s important for us to know their migration pattern so we can put out our hummingbird feeders and nectar for them to enjoy. A lot of hummingbird species will spend the winter months […]
How Do You Attract Hummingbirds To Your Yard
Hummingbirds are very entertaining birds and their size and constant activity makes them a favorite in the garden. There are a few ways to attract hummingbirds to your yard during their nesting season. They love nectar and they are attracted to the color red. Planting red flowers which produce lots […]
What Time Of Year Should You Put Out Your Hummingbird Feeders?
Hummingbirds love nectar and sugar water and if you put a feeder (see our top 10 favourites here!) in your garden for them, they’ll enjoy coming to feed. The best time to put out hummingbird feeders will depend on where you live and in some southern areas of the country […]
How Long Do Hummingbirds Live? [Learn The Facts]
Hummingbirds really are amazing little creatures. Their agility in the air is simply exceptional and for such small birds, they certainly have large personalities. The question of how long do hummingbirds live is not a straightforward one to answer, a lot depends on the species and the environment they live […]
Is It OK To Feed Hummingbirds Sugar Water?
Is it ok to feed hummingbirds sugar water? It sure is. They love sugar and sugar water, and setting up a feeder in your back yard is easy to do, however, it must be done properly. Too much sugar water isn’t good for birds, a varied diet is essential so […]
Why Exactly Is Hummingbird Food Red?
Hummingbirds are incredibly fascinating creatures. They are tiny; they are adorable; they are expert flyers, and they’re able to move in blinding speeds! Hummingbirds can be found in the wild, but sometimes, people can see them flying all over their backyard garden chasing after that sweet, delicious nectar. Honestly, I […]
Why do Hummingbirds Stop Visiting Feeders?
Hummingbirds are one of the most popular birds and one of the most welcome in people’s yards. We love to see them flutter around the garden and the feeders, but sometimes there aren’t as many as we have used to. Why does that happen? The reasons can be various: from […]