If you live in the eastern half of the United States, ruby-throated hummingbirds may be paying you a visit this spring/summer. For those living in the west, varieties such as black-chinned, Costa’s, Allen’s, rufous, and Anna’s hummingbirds could migrate through your yard. Either way, if you’re lucky enough to live in an area frequented by hummingbirds, you might enjoy encouraging a close-up visit by hanging hummingbird feeders in your garden. These tiny birds need to consume an astonishing amount of daily calories to fuel their incredibly fast metabolisms. In fact, hummingbirds have the highest metabolic rates of any animal on earth. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links,…

Want to attract hummingbirds to your garden and add some colorful flowers at the same time? Add Some Color to Your Yard!! Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.  Although more than 300 known species of hummingbird grace gardens around the world, only about a dozen species routinely migrate through North America, and even fewer remain year-round in the warmest areas of the West Coast. These amazingly tiny birds—the smallest bird in the world is the bee hummingbird, which weighs less than an ounce—mostly prefer the warmth of…

Have you ever wondered why you see hummingbirds every summer but you rarely see them feeding or nesting in other seasons? Where have they gone? Believe it or not, despite their miniature size, most species of hummingbirds migrate in the fall and spring, just as other birds do. In autumn, migratory hummingbirds leave North America and travel south where they winter from southern Mexico to Central America. In spring (a.k.a. breeding season), hummingbirds move north. Their migration tracks with the blooming of nectar-rich flowers, which hummingbirds rely on for up to 90 percent of their diet, according to the National Audubon Society. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate…

Hummingbirds’ nests are remarkable works of nature’s art. Here’s what to know if you’re lucky enough to spot one in your garden. If you live in an area that is populated by hummingbirds during their breeding season, which is generally mid-spring through summer, you might be lucky enough to spot a hummingbird tending to her eggs or chicks. Here’s what to know about these amazing, tiny hummingbirds. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.  Many kinds of Hummingbirds There are many different kinds or species of hummingbirds all…

The first thing to know and remember is this: Don’t try to capture or even touch a hummingbird. They are small delicate creatures and can easily be injured if handled. Just look the tiny birds dancing in the air is simply wonderful to watch. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.   But there are still things you can do to make your yard a special hummingbird spot: Plant a variety of flowers It’s the bright colors that count because hummingbirds are attracted to vivid hues, they feed on…

The first Saturday of September is National Hummingbird Day! How are you going to observe these amazing creatures and all they do for us? Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.  What is National Hummingbird Day? These incredible birds are native to the New World and can’t be found in the wild anywhere else outside of the Western Hemisphere. On September 5th, we celebrated National Hummingbird Day… which is a great opportunity to learn more about this magical bird. For those who are interested in discovering expert tips…

Invite hummingbirds into your backyard by offering them a feeder filled with the sugar nectar they love. It’s easy, quick, and economical to make your own hummingbird food. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.  Hummingbirds are a treat to observe zipping, perching, or sipping in your garden. There are around 300 species of hummingbirds, but only a handful venture north of South America and when they do, it’s typically during the summertime. The ruby-throated hummingbird is one of the very few that travels to the eastern half…

We love our hummingbirds!! They add a fun, sometimes comical element to our yard with their high-speed aerial acrobatics. But, if you want to attract hummingbirds, you’ll need to use a hummingbird feeder that works. Here are some of the best hummingbird feeders and what to look for in a feeder. Hummingbird feeders come in all shapes and sizes, making it challenging to know which one is the best. Since hummingbirds are highly mobile, curious birds, a suitable hummingbird feeder should be attractive and functional. It also has to withstand the elements, hold plenty of nectar, and fit the allotted space. Keep reading to learn what characteristics make up the…

With iridescent wings that catch the light as they flit between flowers, hummingbirds have earned their nickname of “flying jewels.” There are more than 300 species of these migratory winged wonders, 12 of which summer in North America and winter in tropical areas. Yet even if they don’t necessarily proliferate in your area, you can tempt them into your yard! And you should! Did you know that their wings beat in a figure-eight pattern 80 times per second? And they are considered pollinators because they pollinate flowers as they feed, just like bees. So how do you attract hummingbirds to your yard… Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate…