Categories Hummingbird Food What is Hawking? Post author By Post date No Comments on What is Hawking? When the hummingbird catches the insect, this is done using a process known as “hawking.” This is when the hummingbird flies and dives to capture the insect out of the air. ← Plants Known to Attract Hummingbirds → How Does a Hummingbird Awaken from Torpor? Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment Name * Email * Website