Hummingbirds Avoiding Your Birdbath? Here’s What Might Be Wrong & How to Fix It - bird bath location ss2280447035 1

Hummingbirds Avoiding Your Birdbath? Here’s What Might Be Wrong & How to Fix It

Hummingbirds are delightful visitors to any garden. However, if you’ve noticed that these tiny birds are steering clear of your birdbath, it could be a sign that something is amiss.  Understanding why hummingbirds might avoid your birdbath is the first step toward making your garden a more inviting haven for them.  Here are common reasons … Read more

12 Things You Should Never Feed Hummingbirds - Hand feeding humming bird ss602144447

12 Things You Should Never Feed Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds are captivating creatures that bring joy to any garden with their vibrant colors and mesmerizing flight. Did you know that a hummingbird’s heart beats up to 1,260 times per minute?1  As a responsible bird enthusiast, you may want to offer these tiny visitors a variety of treats. However, not all foods are safe for … Read more

Hummingbird Nests are Tiny & Hidden—Here’s How to Find Them - three black chinned hummingbird on a nest ss668766106

Hummingbird Nests are Tiny & Hidden—Here’s How to Find Them

Hummingbirds are known for their incredible beauty, speed, and agility, but they can be incredibly difficult to find. These tiny birds create some of the most intricate and well-hidden nests. Spotting a hummingbird nest can be quite a challenge. However, with the right knowledge and a keen eye, you can increase your chances of finding … Read more

Hummingbirds’ Winter Destinations: What They Do to Escape the Cold - washington annas hummingbird ss2236471425

Hummingbirds’ Winter Destinations: What They Do to Escape the Cold

Have you ever wondered where those tiny, energetic hummingbirds disappear to when the weather gets cold? Just like many other birds, hummingbirds migrate to warmer places where they can find enough food to survive the winter.  Here’s where these amazing little creatures go on their winter vacations.  Why Do Hummingbirds Migrate? Hummingbirds migrate primarily to … Read more

5 Reasons You Might Want to Reconsider Feeding Hummingbirds in Your Yard - colibri multi color ss756185614

5 Reasons You Might Want to Reconsider Feeding Hummingbirds in Your Yard

Every year, millions of Americans hang feeders to attract hummingbirds to their yards hoping to glimpse these enchanting creatures up close. However, recent studies have raised concerns about the impact of artificial feeders on hummingbird health and behavior. Research conducted in Costa Rica found that feeders drew hummingbirds away from pollinating flowers, potentially disrupting delicate … Read more

Attract Hummingbirds to Your Hanging Baskets with These 10 Low-Key Flowers - arizona costa hummingbird ss56736016

Attract Hummingbirds to Your Hanging Baskets with These 10 Low-Key Flowers

Hummingbirds, with their colorful plumage and dazzling aerial acrobatics, are a joy to behold. Of the more than 360 species, six are currently listed as Birds of Conservation Concern, making attracting these tiny birds to our gardens more important than ever.1  While these feathered jewels grace the Western Hemisphere exclusively, from Alaska’s northern reaches to … Read more

What Happens to Hummingbirds When They Stop Flying - Ruby throated Hummingbird ss2402263207

What Happens to Hummingbirds When They Stop Flying

Hummingbirds are among the most captivating creatures in the animal kingdom, known for their tiny size, vibrant colors, and incredible flying abilities. These diminutive birds have long been the subject of myths and misconceptions, with many people believing that they must constantly flap their wings to survive. But what is the truth behind these fascinating … Read more

5 Snacks to Supplement Your Hummingbird's Diet Instead of Sugar Water - hummingbird guide ss1816362770

5 Snacks to Supplement Your Hummingbird’s Diet Instead of Sugar Water

Think hummingbirds only sip on sugar water? While these tiny dynamos certainly love their nectar, their diet is more diverse than you might imagine.  Recent research even suggests that relying solely on sugar water might not be the healthiest option for these feathered friends. Studies have shown that the microbes in sugar water feeders differ … Read more

Why Hummingbirds Attack Each Other: Nature's Tiny Aerial Fighters - fighting hummingbird ss2296022289

Why Hummingbirds Attack Each Other: Nature’s Tiny Aerial Fighters

Hummingbirds, with their iridescent plumage and seemingly delicate nature, are often associated with beauty and grace. However, beneath their exterior lies a surprising propensity for aggression.  In fact, a study published that adult male hummingbirds’ beaks are stiletto-like points, which are perfectly designed for inflicting serious injuries on rivals.1 Learn more about these tiny aerial … Read more

New Study Finds Giant Hummingbird Is Actually Two Species - giant hummingbird sitting ss1963079356

New Study Finds Giant Hummingbird Is Actually Two Species

Ever wondered if the largest hummingbird in the world had a secret twin?  A recent groundbreaking study has revealed that the giant hummingbird, long believed to be a single species, is actually composed of two distinct species.1 This stunning discovery, made in the western regions of South America, has shown notable genetic and behavioral differences … Read more