The design of hummingbird feeders and oriole feeders is different but that doesn’t mean that these birds cannot use the feeders interchangeably. Hummingbirds are smaller than orioles so they will have no issue sticking their beak into the larger feeding holes of oriole feeders. Have you ever spotted a hummingbird […]
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Where Do Hummingbirds Come From?
Hummingbirds live in North, Central and South America and parts of the Caribbean. Some species migrate north during the summer for breeding then head back home for the warmer winter months. Where you can find hummingbirds Hummers prefer to live in warmer climates, and with over 350 species, they can […]
Mythbusting: Do Hummingbirds Die When They Stop Flying?
There are many myths about hummingbirds, one of which is that they die if they stop flying. This is thankfully not true, otherwise they would never be able to sleep or sit on a nest. There are many myths about hummers, so let’s take a look at a few others […]
Do Hummingbirds Change Color?
Hummingbirds always seem to be changing color, but do they really? The answer to this has a lot to science and the hummingbirds’ iridescent plumage. It is this which makes it seem as if they are changing color when in fact they are not. Young hummingbirds do of course change […]
How Often Do Hummingbirds Sleep?
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 […]
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 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 […]