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- [Identifying Hummingbirds Video](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/54/) - This video is a comprehensive guide that will help you identify hummingbirds. This video is only a sample. If you are interested you can purchase individual videos of every species of hummingbird, more then 110 species. You can obtain the video at the address below: www.hummingbirdsguide.net\DVD HUMMINGBIRDGUIDE.htm What beautiful birds! I hope you enjoy the video
- [Plants Known to Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/plants-known-to-attract-hummingbirds/) - Bee Balm This perennial blooms in midsummer and grows about three feet tall. There are many varieties of colors and sizes available at nurseries. The variety Jakob Kline is resistant to powdery mildew. Cardinal Flower The red spike of flowers arises from the basal leaves of this perennial in late summer. This plant tolerates
- [Protection for the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/protection-for-the-hummingbird/) - Have you ever wondered what legislation is in existence to protect the hummingbird? I did and I discovered some very interesting information that I will now share with you. I hope you will find it as interesting as I myself did. The Endangered Species Act requires the United States federal government to identify species threatened with
- [The Hummingbird PLR Package](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbird-plr-package/) - Are you someone who owns a blog or website on the subject of hummingbirds? Have you ever before struggled to create your own product or even write content for your blog? If the answer to these questions is yes then I have something that is the answer to your dilemma. The Hummingbird PLR Package is just what you
- [Dazzling Jewels](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/dazzling-jewels/) - This video is only the first five minutes of a documentary of the life of the hummingbird. It is my hope that you will enjoy this video as much as I did. I am not personally profiting from the sale of this video, but I am just letting you know where you can purchase the the
- [Female Rufous Hummingbird Sets Record](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/female-rufous-hummingbird-sets-record/) - A female Rufous Hummingbird recently set a record for the longest distance between banding and recapture of any species of hummingbird. The bird traveled 3,500 miles from Tallahassee, Florida to Alaska’s Prince William Sound. The bird was banded in Florida by Fred Dietrich and then recaptured in Alaska by Kate McLaughlin.
- [Scarlet Sage Attracts Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/scarlet-sage-attracts-hummingbirds/) - The plant Scarlet sage also known is scarlet salvia is a favorite of hummingbirds, so why not think of including it in your garden as another way to draw the hummingbirds to your yard. This post will provide you with some information about this plant.
- [Interesting Hummingbird Flight Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/interesting-hummingbird-flight-facts/) - It is a common misconception that hummingbirds actually fly faster then many others species of birds. The reason for this mistaken believe is probably due to the small size of the hummingbird and the fact that this small size makes the bird hard to see while it is in flight and this gives the illusion of greater speed then occurs in actuality.
- [Inverted Vs. Saucer Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/inverted-vs-saucer-hummingbird-feeders/) - There are two basic types of hummingbird feeders. The two possible choices are the bottle or inverted feeder and the saucer feeder. Each type has its own set of advantages and disadvantages that you will want to consider before purchasing a hummingbird feeder. There is no such thing as a right or wrong choice in
- [Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Landscape](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/attracting-hummingbirds-to-your-landscape/) - In this video, Skip Richter shares tips on how to attract hummingbirds to your landscape with the use of many types of red tubular flowers and also a hummingbird feeder. Give these tips a try and you will not only help to successfully beautify your landscape but you will make the hummingbirds happy because you are providing an additional food source.
- [A Few Surprising Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-few-surprising-hummingbird-facts/) - Hummingbirds are extremely surprising and fascinating creatures. In this post, you will discover a few of these surprising facts about hummingbirds.
- [The Hummingbird's Need for Protein](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-hummingbirds-need-for-protein/) - Protein is a necessary requirement of the hummingbird’s diet as well as nectar. About 10 percent of the hummingbird’s diet comes from sources which provide protein. As a result, the hummingbird will eat soft bodied insects and spiders to gain the needed protein necessary within their diet.
- [Should Different Types of Bird Feeders Be Hung Together?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/should-different-types-of-bird-feeders-be-hung-together/) - While searching the Internet for information and ideas for possible future post, I came across a question by someone wanting to know if you can hang a hummingbird feeder right next to other types of bird feeders. Today’s post was inspired by that person’s question.
- [Garden Accent Heaven-Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Backyard](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/garden-accent-heaven-attracting-hummingbirds-to-your-backyard/) - In this video "Birdman Mel" offers his tips on how to successfully attract hummingbirds to your backyard. He explains that you can do this through the use of nectar rich plants or a hummingbird feeder. He explains how to make your own nectar solution and why keeping your feeders properly cleaned and maintained is so vitally important.
- [The Hummingbird's Amazing Metabolism](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbirds-amazing-metabolism/) - Yes, hummingbirds do indeed have a very high metabolic rate, but nevertheless hummingbirds do not eat until they are full at every opportunity.
- [How Much Nectar Do Hummingbirds Need?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-much-nectar-do-hummingbirds-need/) - Just how much nectar does a hummingbird require each day? Unfortunately, there is no exact or set amount. All that can be stated with certainty is that a hummingbird will require one and a half times its body weight in nectar each day to fulfill its daily energy requirements. The exact amount of nectar that a hummingbird will need to consume on any given day will very depend on many different factors.
- [Female Hummingbird Reproductive Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/female-hummingbird-reproductive-facts/) - Have you ever wanted to know anything about the reproductive system of the female hummingbird? If so then this post is just what you have been searching for and will provide you with many of the answers you seek. Fist off, the reproductive system of the female hummingbird is called the female gonad. Because a
- [Top Fill Hummingbird Feeder-Instructional Video](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/top-fill-hummingbird-feeder-instructional-video/) - If you are looking for a top fill hummingbird feeder, then this may be just what you are looking for. Perky-Pet®'s has come out with a brand new top fill hummingbird Feeder, available at http://www.perkypet.com, is easy to fill and clean. It features an easy to fill wide mouth top and an advanced "sports bottle" like function to facilitate replenishing the nectar.
- [Amount of Nectar vs. Smell](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/amount-of-nectar-vs-smell/) - While it is true that both hummingbirds and butterflies like many of the same flowers, if your goal is specifically to attract hummingbirds to your yard, it is extremely important to know that hummingbirds have no sense of smell. This fact will have a great impact on the specific flowers you would choose to place in your yard.
- [Keeping the Hummingbirds In Your Yard Happy](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/keeping-the-hummingbirds-in-your-yard-happy/) - There are people who enjoy hummingbirds and wish to entice these birds to visit their yard regularly, but they wish to do so without the use of hummingbird feeders. If you fall into this category yourself, you are not alone. What you plant in your yard for the hummingbirds to feed upon will serve to entice the hummingbirds to visit your yard and hopefully continually returning as well.
- [Not Only Red, Tubular Flowers Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/not-only-red-tubular-flowers-attract-hummingbirds/) - Hummingbirds feed on all types and colors of flowers, not just red tubular ones. Many people have mistakenly held the common misconception that hummingbirds will only feed on red tubular flowers. The purpose of this post will be to try and set the record straight regarding this issue.
- [Where is the Male Hummingbird After Mating?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/where-is-the-male-hummingbird-after-mating/) - This post will explain why after mating the male hummingbird has nothing more to do with the female hummingbird or their young.
- [Broad-Billed Hummingbird Photo and Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/broad-billed-hummingbird-photo-and-facts/) - This post will provide you with a photo of the Broad-Billed Hummingbird as well as allowing you to discover some interesting facts about this particular species of hummingbird.
- [Food for Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/food-for-hummingbirds/) - In this video, Oklahoma Gardening's Kim Rebek explains that hummingbird feeders can stay out in the landscape well into the fall to help hummingbirds get energy prior to their migration. In addition, you will discover some of the plants on which Oklahoma’s hummingbirds are known to feed.
- [Memories of Mom and Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/memories-of-mom-and-hummingbirds/) - This post is written to my mom on the fourth anniversary of her death. I hope it will serve to let you know about her and our shared love of hummingbirds.
- [Hummingbird Eggs are Laid on Different Days](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-eggs-are-laid-on-different-days/) - How is it possible for hummingbird eggs which were laid on different different days to hatch on the same day? This informative post will provide you with the surprising answer.
- [Does the Hummingbird Have a Liver?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/does-the-hummingbird-have-a-liver/) - Does a hummingbird have a liver? If so, what is its purpose? These are the questions which this post will answer.
- [Anna's Hummingbird In Napa Valley](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/annas-hummingbird-in-napa-valley/) - In this post you will see a photo of the Anna's Hummingbird and discover some interesting information about this species of hummingbird.
- [Do All Hummingbirds Have Bright Throat Feathers?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/do-all-hummingbirds-have-bright-throat-feathers/) - The color of a hummingbird’s throat feathers can serve many functions. It can provide aide in helping you identify the sex of the hummingbird as well as helping the male attract a mate as well as defend his territory.
- [Facts About Hummingbirds and Winter](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/facts-about-hummingbirds-and-winter/) - Many people are misinformed about hummingbirds and winter. This post addresses many of the common misconceptions people often have about hummingbirds and winter.
- [Hummingbird Migration Information](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-migration-information/) - Are you someone whom is aware of the fact that hummingbirds migrate but after that you do not know anything about the migration habits of these birds? Well, then you are not alone and today’s post will provide you with some useful facts regarding hummingbird migration habits. Many hummingbird species are known to migrate twice
- [Nature Hummingbirds-Majic in the Air Part 1-6](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/nature-hummingbirds-majic-in-the-air-part-1-6/) - In this video you will discover why the hummingbird's talent for fight is so very important. You will also discover information about the coordination of the hummingbird and why the hummingbird's ability to hover is so vitally important, and much more.
- [Why Hummingbird Flight is Unique](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-hummingbird-flight-is-unique/) - This post will provide you some insight into what makes the flight of hummingbirds so unique and therefore fascinating.
- [Olympic Champions of the Aviary World](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/olympic-champions-of-the-aviary-world/) - The 2008 Summer Olympics are officially underway in China.This a time when the athletes of the world come together to compete against one another for the glory of their individual countries as well as the fulfillment of the athlete's personal dream as well as years of personal training. Although not every athlete who competes in
- [How Much Sugar is In Nectar?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-much-sugar-is-in-nectar/) - Do hummingbirds have the ability to know how much sugar is in nectar? Discover the surprising answer in this post.
- [A Time of Reflection](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/a-time-of-reflection/) - Well, it is New Years Eve 2008. Can you believe it? I'm finding it difficult to believe that the end of the year is upon us. After all, in so many ways, it seems to have just begun. Like most Americans, this time of year causes me to reflect on the past and look towards
- [Black-chinned Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/black-chinned-hummingbird-2/) - If you want information on the Black-chinned Hummingbird then this video is what you have been searching for. You will discover information about the migration of this species, what other species of hummingbird the Black-chinned Hummingbird is similar to and so much more.
- [Why Band Hummingbirds?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-band-hummingbirds/) - Have you ever wondered how researchers are able to gather needed information about hummingbirds? Well, if so then this post is just what you have been searching for. In this post you will discover what information is gathered through hummingbird banding efforts.
- [Why Fall Hummingbird Watching Is Better](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-fall-hummingbird-watching-is-better/) - Do fall migration mean better hummingbird watching? This post will explain the reasons why I believe that fall migration is a better opportunity for hummingbird watching.
- [About Hummingbird Territories](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/about-hummingbird-territories/) - The male and female each have their own territory or area where they live and will therefore defend. In this post you will learn how hummingbirds select their territory and more.
- [The Starts and Stops of Hummingbird Feeding](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-starts-and-stops-of-hummingbird-feeding/) - The hummingbird seems to eat almost constantly throughout the day, but there is a time of day when this begins and ends each day. This post will help you discover when that is and so much more.
- [How to Make a Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-to-make-a-hummingbird-feeder-2/) - Who says that a hummingbird feeder needs to be fancy and or expensive to effectively attract hummingbirds? It does not. This video tells you the exact materials you will need to construct this homemade feeder as well as gives you step-by-step instructions on how to make your own homemade hummingbird feeder. Why not give it
- [Where Are Hummingbirds Not Found and More?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/where-are-hummingbirds-not-found-and-more/) - As surprising as it may seem, there are actually places in the world where no hummingbird species are found. This post will help you discover these places. It will also provide additional information on where hummingbirds can be found.
- [Hummingbird Nest](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-nest/) - In this video naturalist Dave Sapienza, from Lake Hope State Park, shows off a hummingbird's nest and he will help you discover how the nest is made, where a nest can be found, and how a hummingbird uses it as a home.
- [Feeders Can Remain Up Past Labor Day](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/feeders-can-remain-up-past-labor-day/) - Many people are under the mistaken idea that their hummingbird feeders must be taken down on or around Labor Day, but this simply is not true. It is impossible to know how this incorrect information has become so widely believed but this post will hopefully help set the record straight on this issue.
- [Hummingbird Nest Construction Time](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-nest-construction-time/) - Have you ever wanted to know about anything about the construction of a hummingbird’s nest? This post will help you discover who is responsible for nest construction, how long construction of the nesting site takes and what materials are used in the building of the nest.
- [Should You Move Your Hummingbird Feeder?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/should-you-move-your-hummingbird-feeder/) - Has your hummingbird feeder been in the same exact location for quite a long time now and you find that you are having trouble with various insects at the feeder? One way to help with this issue is to relocate your feeder somewhere else. Discover why this will help with this issue.
- [What is a Baby Hummingbird's Diet?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-a-baby-hummingbirds-diet/) - When a baby hummingbird is first born it is unable to eat nectar as an adult hummingbird would do, so what do the young eat as their diet? This post will provide you with the answer to this question.
- [Proper Storage of Hummingbird Nectar Solution](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/proper-storage-of-hummingbird-nectar-solution/) - Regardless of if you choose to make your own nectar solution or to buy it, you must know just how long it can be kept in the refrigerator and how to store it properly and safely.
- [Is It a Male or Female Hummingbird?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/is-it-a-male-or-female-hummingbird/) - Do you know how to tell the difference between a male and female hummingbird? This post will discuss the characteristics which will aide you in becoming more of an expert at determining if the hummingbird at your feeder is a male or a female.
- [Hook-billed Hermit Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hook-billed-hermit-hummingbird-facts/) - Are there any hummingbird species listed under the Endangered Species Act? This post will provide you with the informative answer.
- [Are Hummingbirds Born With Feathers?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/are-hummingbirds-born-with-feathers/) - Are hummingbirds born with feathers? In this post you will discover the surprising answer.
- [Costa's Hummingbird Facts and Photo](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/costas-hummingbird-facts-and-photo/) - This post will help you discover some facts about the Costa's hummingbird, such as whom the species is named after and much more.
- [Humming Birds-David Attenborough-BBC Wildlife](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/humming-birds-david-atteborough-bbc-wildlife/) - This video provides a fascinating look at the amazing world of hummingbirds and their behavior.
- [Green-bellied Hummingbird Information ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/green-bellied-hummingbird-information/) - This post will help you discover information on the Green-bellied Hummingbird.
- [The Gestation Period of Hummingbird Eggs](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-gestation-period-of-hummingbird-eggs/) - Since it is quite difficult to locate a hummingbird's nest and therefore most of us may never see one for ourselves, I thought I would share with you some information about the hummingbird's eggs and the length of their gestation period. In most cases, a female hummingbird will lay two eggs. There are sometimes when
- [What Questions Do You Have About Hummingbirds?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-questions-do-you-have-about-hummingbirds/) - Do you have a question about hummingbirds that you have always wanted answered, but you can't find the answer? If so, let me know and I will try to provide the answer in a future post.
- [Do Hummingbirds Sleep?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/do-hummingbirds-sleep/) - It never ceases to amaze me the shear fascination people have with hummingbirds.I am no different then anyone else in this regard. Since I have been researching and writing about hummingbirds, my friends have asked me some very interesting questions about hummingbirds. This blog post is the result of one such question. My friend wanted
- [An Unusual Danger to Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/an-unusual-danger-to-hummingbirds/) - Discover why a plant known as Common Burdock can be seen as an danger to hummingbirds.
- [Never Use Honey In Nectar Solution](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/never-use-honey-in-nectar-solution/) - Discover why honey should never be used to sweeten homemade nectar solution. You will then gain a greater understanding of why this is harmful to hummingbirds.
- [Bugs Provide Protein for Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/bugs-provide-protein-for-hummingbirds/) - Apart from nectar, a hummingbird’s diet must also contain protein in it, as a hummingbird will die without it. Approximately 10% of a hummingbird’s diet is protein. What sources provide the hummingbird with protein?
- [How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Yard](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-yard/) - This video offers some step by step tips which will help you have greater success attracting hummingbirds to your yard.
- [The Rapid Nature of a Hummingbird's Wings](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-rapid-nature-of-a-hummingbirds-wings/) - Have you ever wanted to discover exactly how rapidly a hummingbird's wings beat and why? This post will provide you with the surprising answers.
- [Reminders About Hummingbird Feeders and Food ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/reminders-about-hummingbird-feeders-and-food/) - This post will provide some important reminders concerning hummingbird feeders and homemade hummingbird food.
- [Attracting Hummingbirds With the Star Flower or Star Cluster](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/attracting-hummingbirds-with-the-star-flower-or-star-cluster/) - When you are choosing a flower to attract hummingbirds, the flower needs to have multiple assets. This post will explain what these assets are and suggest one such flower.
- [Lucifer Hummingbird: Mating and Reproduction](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/lucifer-hummingbird-mating-and-reproduction/) - Today’s post will provide you with some interesting information about the mating and reproduction of the Lucifer Hummingbird. Enjoy this information everyone. The male Lucifer Hummingbird does a display by performing a mating dance at the nest. The display is done in order to entice the female to mate. Most mating displays of the Lucifer
- [How to Attract Hummingbirds to a Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-a-feeder/) - This video will tell you about how to effectively attract hummingbirds to your yard. In it you will discover what to use as the food source, why the feeder must be inaccessible to cats and why growing trumpet-shaped flowers throughout the garden is important.
- [Male Ruby-throated Hummingbird: More Red Feathers As It Ages?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/male-ruby-throated-hummingbird-more-red-feathers-as-it-ages/) - Do male Ruby-throated Hummingbirds grow a greater number of red feathers as they age? This post will provide you with the answer.
- [Why Hummingbirds Fly Alone](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-hummingbirds-fly-alone/) - This post will help you discover why hummingbirds travel alone on their migration journey rather then as part of a group.
- [The Tiny Size of Hummingbird Eggs](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-tiny-size-of-hummingbird-eggs/) - As one of the smallest bird species it is not surprising to discover that the hummingbird lays the smallest eggs of all birds. Have you ever wondered about the size of hummingbird eggs? If so, this post will provide you with the answer you seek.
- [Black-Chinned Hummingbird Grooming](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/black-chinned-hummingbird-grooming/) - Even a hummingbird has the need to groom itself. It is likely that few of you have actually witnessed this event firsthand, so you many wonder how the hummingbird does so. This video shows a Black-chinned Hummingbird actually grooming itself and in addition I have explained a bit about how a hummingbird accomplishes the task
- [From Torpor to Active State](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/from-torpor-to-active-state/) - At night hummingbirds must enter the state of torpor, which is a state similar to hibernation or a sleep-like state to ensure that they do not starve to death before dawn. I was recently asked about the length of time it takes a hummingbird to go from a state of torpor to an active state.
- [Hummingbirds By the Numbers](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-by-the-numbers/) - There are approximately 340 different species of hummingbirds in the world, yet hummingbirds make up only a small portion of the world’s total number of nearly 10,000 different bird species. Of the approximately 340 different hummingbird species, there are only 8 species which are known to breed in the United States. I majored in accounting
- [Trumpet Vine Attracts Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/trumpet-vine-attracts-hummingbirds/) - A good nectar source is very important. Many people who are avid gardeners or even those of you who just think hummingbird feeder maintenance requires too much work or is just too time consuming, may wish to provide the hummingbirds a source of nectar through the use of live plants. The reason for this is
- [Andean Hillstar Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/andean-hillstar-hummingbird/) - The Andean Hillstar Hummingbird is found mainly in the high altitude tropical grasslands of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru. The species is generally well adapted to cold nights in the Andes, which it survives by going into a state of torpor and thus reducing its metabolic rate to something like that of hibernation. Some
- [Long Absence Number 2 Explained](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/long-absence-number-2-explained/) - This is Hummingbird here.I am sorry that there has not been any new post in quite sometime, but the reason for it was quite unexpected and could not be avoided; I was once again recently hospitalized without warning.Once again, my right leg was extremely swollen, reddish, bruised and hot to the touch so I was
- [Nectar As An Energy Source for Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/nectar-as-an-energy-source-for-hummingbirds/) - The sugar found in nectar solution is a great source of energy for the hummingbird, which has a 97 percent rate of efficiency for converting it into energy. Astonishingly, the hummingbird will completely digest natural sucrose (sugar) in only 20 minutes. If you have ever wondered about the energy needs of the hummingbird, it may
- [What Is the Longest Hummingbird Migration?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-the-longest-hummingbird-migration/) - The Rufous Hummingbird has the longest migration of any hummingbird species with a distance of more than 3,000 miles from the bird’s nesting grounds in Alaska and Canada to its winter habitat in Mexico. This is a fact about hummingbirds that my mom would have enjoyed discovering, so I cannot help but think of her
- [Are There Hybrid Hummingbirds?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/are-there-hybrid-hummingbirds/) - Have you ever wondered if different species of hummingbirds would ever breed outside of their own species? This is a question my boyfriend has asked me about this on numerous occasions and I had to admit that I did not know the answer to this question. This is what finally prompted to do some research
- [Food Producing Plants for Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/food-producing-plants-for-hummingbirds/) - There are many food producing plants which will attract hummingbirds. These include the following trees and bushes: Azaleas, Mimosa, Weigela, Cape Honeysuckle and Flowering Quince. You can also have a perennial bed with Bee Balm, Columbine, Lupine, Coral Bells and Cannas. Why not consider planting your own variety of annuals yourself from seed rather then
- [Is the Nest Abandoned Or Not?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/is-the-nest-abandoned-or-not/) - A relative had found a hummingbird nest in their yard and they then spent the next several days observing it and the activity of the mother feeding her young. I then received a call because the relative was concerned because they feared the young hummingbird had been abandoned by its mother. They wanted to know
- [Gardening for Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/gardening-for-hummingbirds/) - This video will tell you how to naturally attract hummingbirds. You will discover why it is important to naturally attract hummingbirds. You will find out to properly prepare the container prior to planting your plants as well as a wide variety of plants that you can put in a container garden and how it is
- [Is It Easier to Attract Hummingbirds In the Fall?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/is-it-easier-to-attract-hummingbirds-in-the-fall/) - In my personal opinion, in the fall it is easier to attract hummingbirds than in the spring. This post will explain why I believe this to be true. In the fall hummingbirds will be searching for their winter feeding territory. As a result, hummingbirds are much more likely to linger at a good feeding spot
- [Information On Hummingbirds In Oklahoma](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/information-on-hummingbirds-in-oklahoma/) - As an avid hummingbird enthusiast, I love hearing from others who also enjoy hummingbirds as well. In fact, the chance to share useful information as well as the chance to connect with the readers of this blog is some of the main reasons why I love operating this site so very much. The information for
- [Wild Photo Adventures TV Series 206](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/wild-photo-adventures-tv-series-206/) - If you are a hummingbird enthusiast who wants to discover a wide variety of useful information that will help you to have more success photographing hummingbirds, this is a video you must see. In this video professional wildlife photographer Doug Gardner and Ben Clewis share tips and techniques for photographing hummingbirds in your backyard. This
- [Keys to Locating a Hummingbird Nest](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/keys-to-locating-a-hummingbird-nest/) - A hummingbird nest can be extremely difficult to locate. Have you ever wanted to see one but did not know how to locate one? This post will offer some advice that may help you successfully locate one. You may not even have to go far to do so, it may be as close as your
- [Low Survival Rate of Fledglings](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/low-survival-rate-of-fledglings/) - It may surprise you to discover that fledgling hummingbirds have a very low survival rate. Just how low? Well, a startlingly low percentage, up to three-quarters of a given year's fledglings are likely to die. The causes of this include predators, disease, accident, problems which occur during migration, or other problems. As a hummingbird enthusiast
- [How Hummingbird Wings Are Unique](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-hummingbird-wings-are-unique/) - Hummingbird wings are quite different from that of other birds. The hummingbird rotates its wings differently then other birds. Slow motion video taken of birds indicates that most birds flap their wings up and down but the wings of the hummingbird actually move in a figure eight motion, which makes the hummingbird unique because this
- [Do Hummingbirds Sweat?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/do-hummingbirds-sweat/) - A friend and I were recently talking about the very high temperatures and humidity that we commonly experience during the “dog days” of summer here in southeast Texas. We both remarked about how we hate this because it causes us to sweat a great deal. Each of us commented how the high heat and humidity
- [The Importance of Water to All Birds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-importance-of-water-to-all-birds/) - Water is extremely important to all types of birds, regardless of if the birds are feeder visitors or not. By providing a dependable source of water to the birds you will accomplish many things. This post will discuss them. By providing a dependable source of water for the birds you are likely to increase the
- [Bird Watching: How to Clean a Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/bird-watching-how-to-clean-a-hummingbird-feeder/) - This easy to understand video offers some simple tips on how to properly clean and maintain your hummingbird feeder. It is extremely important to do so to ensure that you do not cause harm to the hummingbirds that visit your yard.
- [Challenges of Hummingbirds Due to Humans](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/challenges-of-hummingbirds-due-to-humans/) - The life of the hummingbird is not without challenges today. As human population and development is ever expanding, the hummingbird’s natural habitat is quickly decreasing in size, their breeding grounds are being lost and even their migration routs are changing. The good news is that hummingbirds seem to be a favorite among gardeners and birdwatchers.
- [My Birthday 2009](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/my-birthday-2009/) - Hello Everyone: This is Hummingbird here. Today is a very special day for me; it is my 44Th birthday. This day has been extra special and meaningful because the past few months have been rather challenging for me health-wise. Things seem to be gradually improving with regard to my heath. I'm truly thankful for that!
- [Flowers Have Some Advantages Over Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/flowers-have-some-advantages-over-hummingbird-feeders/) - Just because you want to attract hummingbirds does not mean that you must have hummingbird feeders in your yard to accomplish this endeavor. The use of flowers and plants are a great natural way to attract hummingbirds to your yard. There are even some advantages to using flowers and plants rather then using hummingbird feeders.
- [Hummingbirds as Pollinators](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-as-pollinators/) - Hummingbirds serve as very important pollinators. The hummingbird’s ability as a pollinator is often said to be quite comparable to that of the bee. This post will explain why the hummingbird is such a vital pollinator. Hummingbirds are such vital pollinators are because honeybees (European in origin) are in a state of decline. So, I
- [How Do Hummingbirds Spend a Day?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-do-hummingbirds-spend-a-day/) - Have you ever wondered how a hummingbird spends its time during the day? What you will discover from reading this post will quite possibly surprise or even shock you. When I first read this information myself, I was initially in a state of disbelief, but upon doing further research I found that other sources seemed
- [A 3:1 Ratio for Nectar Soulution Explained](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/a-31-ratio-for-nectar-solution-explained/) - The sugar content of most flowers which are commonly known to attract hummingbirds is approximately 25%. If you want to make your sugar solution closer to the sugar content found in most flowers, then use 3 parts water to one part sugar. This sugar concentration, approximately 23% by weight, is closer to the nectar content
- [How Sweet Should Nectar Sources Be?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-sweet-should-nectar-sources-be/) - Have you ever wondered just how sweet hummingbirds like nectar sources to be? If so this post will provide you with the answer and it may surprise you. It may surprise you to discover that a hummingbird will reject flower types that produce nectar which is less than 12% sugar and prefer those whose sugar
- [How Many Feeders are Enough?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-many-feeders-are-enough/) - You would not believe how many times I have been asked by people, “how many hummingbird feeders should I place in the yard”? My response is that there is no such thing as the perfect amount of feeders per yard. There are certain factors to keep in mind when deciding how many hummingbird feeders you
- [How Often Should a Feeder be Cleaned?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-often-should-a-feeder-be-cleaned/) - It is impossible to tell you exactly how often a hummingbird feeder should be cleaned. That said, it is important to keep in mind that a properly maintained feeder is vital to your success when trying to attract hummingbirds. If the nectar has spoiled or if pest are the problem, then it is time to
- [Hummingbird Mating Dance](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-mating-dance/) - This video shows the act of hummingbirds mating. It seems truly amazing to me to see this act captured on video since the male an female are together for such a very brief time period, only for the act of courtship and mating. After this the male bares no further responsibility for the care and/or
- [The Lucifer Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-lucifer-hummingbird/) - The name Lucifer means “light bearer.Lucifer is also the name of the archangel who fell from heaven. The bill of this hummingbird is quite distinctive among other species of hummingbirds, because of the fact that its bill is so long and it curves down sharply at the tip. The distinctive bill is believed to be
- [How to Help An Injured Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-to-help-an-injured-hummingbird/) - If you find an injured hummingbird on the ground, there are things you can do to help ensure the bird’s survival until you can get it to a wild life rehabilitation expert. The information contained in this post comes from Project Wildlife, which may be contacted at the following phone number in order to obtain
- [Booted Racket-tail Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/booted-racket-tail-hummingbird/) - I must admit that prior to doing some research for future blog post, I myself had never before heard of the Booted Racket-tail Hummingbird. Since that is true of me, maybe the same can be said for you, my readers, as well. Unfortunately, even after doing research on the Booted Racket-tail Hummingbird, very little seems
- [Sword-billed Hummingbird Facts ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/sword-billed-hummingbird-facts/) - The Sword-billed Hummingbird is found in the Andes Mountains and its bill is up to 4 inches in length. The sword-billed hummingbird has a bill which is longer than its body. This enables it to feed on flowers with long corollas. When feeding, the tongue of a hummingbird extends beyond its bill and contracts about
- [A Few Hummingbird Migration Theories](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-few-hummingbird-migration-theories/) - Did you know that not every species of hummingbird migrates? Well, this is true. Of the hummingbird species which do migrate, have you ever wondered why this occurs? No one knows with absolute certainty why it is that hummingbirds migrate, but there are several possible theories available as to why this might occur. This post
- [Reminders About Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/reminders-about-hummingbird-feeders/) - The use of hummingbird feeders is probably the easiest way to draw the hummingbirds to your yard. If you wish to do so with this method, there are several things you will need to keep in mind regarding hummingbird feeders. This post will help you examine these considerations. The best feeder that you can choose
- [Hummers-The Movie](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummers-the-movie/) - This video consist of numerous close-up photos of hummingbirds. If you are a photography buff who has ever tried to shoot pictures of hummingbirds or if you would just enjoy seeing hummingbirds up close, then you will enjoy this video. What beautiful photos!
- [Are Window Screens a Danger to Hummingbirds?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/are-window-screens-a-danger-to-hummingbirds/) - The beak or bill of a hummingbird is extremely small. It is not uncommon for a hummingbird to get their beak or bill stuck in window screens. This can not only harm the hummingbird but can cause the bird to starve to death if it is not rescued or removed from the screen quickly. To
- [Comercial "Nectar" Not Necessary](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/comercial-nectar-not-necessary/) - Just in case you were unsure about this, it is not necessary for you to buy the pre-made nectar solution to fill your hummingbird feeders. While commercial nectar supposedly contains extra vitamins, proteins, and other things that are important to hummingbirds, it is unnecessary to use this because the birds will get all the nutrients
- [Hummingbirds As Fathers](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-as-fathers/) - On this Father's Day 2010, I wish to offer Happy Father’s Day wishes to all the fathers out there. I hope that each of you had a very special day with your family. A father is someone who usually has a very big impact on the lives of his children. This got me to thinking;
- [A Hummingbird's Take Off](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-hummingbirds-take-off/) - Just recently, while doing some research on the subject of hummingbirds, I discovered that the hummingbirds take off is far different then most other species of bird. Did you know this? Prior to this research, I did not. Here’s how the hummingbirds take off is different. Most birds take off by leaping into the air
- [Facts About Leaving Hummingbird Feeders Up](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/facts-about-leaving-hummingbird-feeders-up/) - You would not believe the number of questions I am frequently ask with regard to if it is alright to leave hummingbird feeders up or should they be taken down. This is what has prompted me to write this post. I will address the most commonly asked questions on this subject. Keeping your feeders up
- [Anyone Can Have a Hummingbird Garden](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/anyone-can-have-a-hummingbird-garden/) - The ability to have a hummingbird does not require a great deal of space. Anyone who wishes to do so may have a hummingbird garden, even if you live in an apartment or have a very tiny yard. You may be thinking that this just simply is not possible but it truly does not require
- [A Few Facts About Hummingbird Eggs](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-few-facts-about-hummingbird-eggs/) - A hummingbird will usually lay two eggs. Each egg will be laid a few days apart, but regardless of this the eggs will hatch on the same day. The eggs are extremely tiny, only about the size of a peanut or jelly bean. The eggs will hatch about 12-14 days after they were laid. The
- [Nesting Spots of the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/nesting-spots-of-the-hummingbird/) - The hummingbird does not use a bird house or a nesting box, unlike many other species of birds. Does this come as a surprise to you? If so, are you now wondering about where the hummingbird does build its nest? This post will provide you with the answer. The hummingbird's nest is cup-shaped and usually
- [Hummingbirds: How High Does a Hummingbird Fly?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirds-how-high-does-a-hummingbird-fly/) - If you have ever wondered how high a hummingbird will fly, this video will provide you will the answer. Also, lean why the hummingbird will fly at wave height when migrating. Lastly, you will discover some flowers on which the hummingbirds will feed on while migrating through Florida.
- [It is Possible to Make Nectar Solution Too Sweet](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/it-is-possible-to-make-nectar-solution-too-sweet/) - Making homemade nectar solution is a simple and inexpensive thing to do to provide the hummingbirds with another food source in addition to flowers. Before reading this post, did you know that it is possible to make your homemade nectar solution too sweet? Well, it is so now let me explain why. The proper proportions
- [Tips for Choosing a Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/tips-for-choosing-a-hummingbird-feeder/) - Hummingbird feeders come in literally all forms of shapes, sizes and designs. It is best that the hummingbird feeder can be cleaned and hangs easily the feeder should be sturdy and must have limited number of parts that can be lost or broken. The hummingbird feeders on the market today have either a glass or
- [Central Oklahoma's Shorter Hummingbird Season](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/central-oklahomas-shorter-hummingbird-season/) - While the state of Oklahoma has plenty of hummingbird species that are found there, if you live in central Oklahoma, apparently you will have a lot less opportunity to see the hummingbirds, because in that part of the state the hummingbirds may not be seen until late July and then the birds leave the area
- [Hummingbirds in Oklahoma](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-in-oaklahoma/) - Some seven different species of hummingbirds have been documented in Oklahoma. They are the following species:the Black-chinned Hummingbird, the Rufous Hummingbird, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird, the Calliope Hummingbird, the Broad-tailed Hummingbird, the Anna's Hummingbird and the Green Violet-eared Hummingbird. The male hummingbirds will begin arriving in Oklahoma about mid-March and the females begin arriving in early
- [Reminders About Hummingbird Food](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/reminders-about-hummingbird-food/) - There is an ongoing debate about the use of red dye in hummingbird food. I do not know if there will ever be a final resolution to this debate, but I do know what I believe on this issue and I want to give you some things to think about concerning this issue. The use
- [Hummingbird Nest Building](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-nest-building/) - Many people will never see a hummingbird nest, so I thought you would enjoy getting to see the mother hummingbird constructing the nest. If you want to try and spot a hummingbird nest on your own, here's what to look for. In general, hummingbirds mate and nest during the times of year when flower blossoms
- [Various Food Sources Will Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/various-food-souces-will-attract-hummingbirds/) - Hummingbirds love to eat and must do so quite frequently in order to ensure their very survival. A hummingbird will feed about every 10 minutes with each feeding only lasting 30-60 seconds. Food is not only vital to the hummingbird's very survival, but it as also a great way to attract the hummingbirds to feed
- [The Reddish Hermit ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-reddish-hermit/) - The Reddish Hermit is a species of bird in the hummingbird family. The Reddish Hermit is one of the smallest hermit hummingbirds, at only 7.5 cm in length and it weighs about as much as a fly. This hummingbird’s habitats are primarily humid nature and include forest and woodlands. The Reddish Hermit is found in
- [The Green Violet Eared Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-green-violet-eared-hummingbird/) - The Green Violet Eared Hummingbird can be found at elevations as high as 13,000 feet. This is a tropical species of hummingbird which is known to breed from Mexico south to Bolivia. Here is a fact about the Green Violet Eared Hummingbird that you will most likely find quite surprising. I know this information was
- [Water Concerns and Hummingbird Nectar Solution](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/water-concerns-and-hummingbird-nectar-solution/) - Are you concerned that your tap water contains heavy chemicals and that this may make the water unsafe to use when making homemade hummingbird nectar solution? If so, this post will provide you with the information you seek on how to solve this issue. If you wish to avoid the use of tap water because
- [Feeder Maintance Important to a Hummingbird's Health](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/feeder-maintance-important-to-a-hummingbirds-health/) - Hummingbird feeders are a great way to attract hummingbirds to your yard, but they require a significant commitment of both time and effort on your part. If this is not a commitment you are willing and able to maintain then do not undertake it. Feeders which are not properly maintained can harm the health of
- [How Does a Hummingbird Groom Itself?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-does-a-hummingbird-groom-itself/) - Every animal wants to look its best when trying to attract a mate or maybe the animal just wishes to clean itself. The hummingbird is no different and wishes to groom every part of its body. Have you ever wondered how a hummingbird goes about grooming itself? The answer will depend largely on what part
- [Nature's Aerial Acrobats-Hummingbird Flight Secrets](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/natures-aerial-acrobats/) - The flight of the hummingbird is quite unique because of their ability to maintain sustained hovering as well as their ability to fly backward, being the only group of birds able to do so. Hummingbirds may also fly vertically and laterally. If you have ever wondered what makes hummingbirds so agile and maneuverable, then this
- [A Few Facts On Hummingbird Feeding Habits](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/a-few-facts-on-hummingbird-feeding-habits/) - A hummingbird must feed frequently or about every 10 minutes. They will feed on nectar, from flowers as well as feeders, as well as small insects such as spiders, flies and more. Have you every wondered how many flower blooms a hummingbird visits per day? The answer many surprise you. One research study recorded an
- [Where Should a Hummingbird Feeder Be Placed?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/where-should-a-hummingbird-feeder-be-placed/) - Anyone who knows me well knows that I am an avid hummingbird enthusiast, so I am often asked a wide variety of questions on the subject of hummingbirds and topics which also relate to hummingbirds. It truly thrills me to be able to answer these type of questions. Here recently a number of people have
- [Perches Are Needed in a Hummingbird Garden](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/perches-are-needed-in-a-hummingbird-garden/) - Yes, hummingbirds do feed frequently, but hummingbirds also have a need for perches on feeders and in in your hummingbird garden. This post will explain what all can act as these perches and why it is important why your hummingbird garden provide this to the hummingbirds that visit your garden. Hummingbirds look for perches on
- [The Territorial Nature of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-territorial-nature-of-hummingbirds/) - If you have been watching hummingbirds for any length of time, you have probably noticed that hummingbirds will commonly chase other hummingbirds away from plants or feeders. Do you know why they do this? This post will help give you a better understanding of the territorial nature of hummingbirds. Male hummingbirds are very territorial for
- [Azaleas and Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/azaleas-and-hummingbirds/) - Whenever I see azaleas it makes me think of my mother, because for many years there were pink and white ones that lined the flower bed that was on the side of our driveway. I even remember one year on Easter she took a photo of some of my nieces and nephews sitting on the
- [Little is Known About Hummingbird Evolution](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/little-is-known-about-hummingbird-evolution/) - Today's post, which is on the evolution of the hummingbird, makes me think of my mom because I am absolutely certain that she would have enjoyed this subject and I hope you will as well. In my mind's eye, I can vividly imagine the two of us watching a show on the subject of hummingbird
- [Why Hummingbirds Use Spider Webbing](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-hummingbirds-use-spider-webbing/) - The construction of the nest is vital to the female hummingbird. That is why the choice of nesting materials is extremely important. While the nest is constructed of many materials, have you ever wondered why female hummingbirds will use spiders webbing in the construction of the nest? This post will provide you with the answer
- [The Long Absence Explained](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-long-absence-explained/) - Hello Everyone: This is Hummingbird here. I am sorry that there has not been any new post in quite sometime, but the reason for it was quite unexpected and could not be avoided; I was hospitalized without warning. In the very early hours of last Wednesday morning, 12:30 a.m. or so, I had a friend
- [A Few More Facts on the Ruby-throated Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-few-more-facts-on-the-ruby-throated-hummingbird/) - The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a Neotropical migrant and it is known to have one of the highest nesting success rates when compared to other Neotropical migrants. Even though Ruby-throated Hummingbirds have one of the highest nesting success rates, only about 20% of these fledglings will survive their first year. A Ruby-throated Hummingbird will usually have
- [How to Make a Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/how-to-make-a-hummingbird-feeder/) - I must apologize for the title of this video, as it does not reflect what the video is truly about, but it is the title given to the video by the maker of the video. That is why I kept the title rather then changing it. In this video you will be amazed by some
- [Fun Facts About the Humminbird's Tongue](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/fun-facts-about-the-hummingbirds-tongue/) - The hummingbird's tongue is quite long. Just how long may surprise you. This post will tell you that and more about a hummingbird's tongue. A hummingbird uses its tongue to lick up nectar. One source stated that a hummingbird's tongue can be thought of as being a straw with a slot cut in it. The
- [How Much Time Does a Hummingbird Feed at a Feeder?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-much-time-does-a-hummingbird-feed-at-a-feeder/) - Hummingbird feeders are a great way to entice a hummingbird to your yard. Have you ever wondered how much time a hummingbird actually spends feeding at a hummingbird feeder versus other food sources? This post will provide you with the surprising answer. Many studies would indicate that birds which have easy access to feeders only
- [How to Choose a Hummingbird Feeder---A Fat Finch Video](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-to-choose-a-hummingbird-feeder-a-fat-finch-video/) - If the task of choosing a hummingbird feeder seems a bit overwhelming, then this video will make the task much simpler. Roberta Beyer, owner of The Fat Finch, will help you discover why you want to select a feeder with lots of red on it, one that is easy to clean and fill, and one
- [Yes, Hummingbirds Do Have Feet](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/yes-hummingbirds-do-have-feet/) - I am constantly amazed by the common falsehoods many people, both adults and children, still have about hummingbirds. Even in this age of technology and endless information, there are still people who mistakenly believe that hummingbirds do no have feet. How this can still be believed today is beyond me, because if you have ever
- [Fighting Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/fighting-hummingbirds/) - Have you ever wondered what can cause hummingbirds to fight each other? If so, then this post will offer you some insight as to why this occurs. Hummingbirds will fight to protect their food source or to guard and defend their territory. The birds will use their bills and claws as weapons. Sometimes, the birds
- [What is an Immature Hummingbird?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-an-immature-hummingbird/) - If you are someone who regularly observes hummingbirds, have you ever before thought about what the term immature means? until I was recently asked about this by someone, I myself had never before given the matter much consideration. After doing some research, here is what I can now share with you. The term immature refers
- [Broad-tailed Hummingbird at Nest](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/broad-tailed-hummingbird-at-nest/) - Chances are you have never before seen a hummingbird nest, so I thought you might enjoy being able to see one through this photo. The nest in this photo actually looks quite large to me, but looks can indeed be deceiving. A hummingbird nest is generally the size of a pea or half a walnut
- [Its Not Always Easy Being a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/its-not-always-easy-being-a-hummingbird/) - Hummingbirds are certainly fascinating creatures, but the life of the hummingbird is not without its own unique set of challenges as well. This post will seek to explain just what some of these challenges are as compared to those of other species of birds. One very significant difference from other types of birds is that
- [Rare Humming Bird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/rare-humming-bird/) - The Spatual Tailed Humming bird is an extremely rare hummingbird species which is found only in Peru, but it is in danger of extinction. To discover why and much more about this rare species of hummingbird, please watch this brief video. Enjoy!
- [Mother's Day and More](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/mothers-day-and-more/) - Today is special for two reasons. First and foremost, today is Mother's Day and it gives all of us the opportunity to honor our mother. My mom passed away in October of 2006, but on this very special day I still want to remember her. I love and miss you, mom! You were the best
- [What Makes the Hummingbird Unique?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-makes-the-hummingbird-unique/) - The hummingbird has fascinated people, of various ages and knowledge levels about birds, for quite sometime. So, what is it about this amazing bird that seems to captivate and hold our attention? While there are probably several correct answers to this question, I would say, in my own opinion, that people are so captivated by
- [Anna's Hummingbird Photo and Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/annas-hummingbird-photo-and-facts/) - The Anna's Hummingbird is the most common hummingbird found in Southern California. it was originally only found on the Pacific slope from Baja California to San Francisco. This bird has increased its population and expanded its breeding range in recent years to Vancouver, British Colombia, east to southern Arizona. The expansion is believed to be
- [Discover the Amazing Humming Bird Audio CD Now Available](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/discover-the-amazing-humming-bird/) - After much effort and hard work, I am proud to announce the release of "Discover the Amazing Humming Bird," an audio CD that is packed with valuable information about hummingbirds that any hummingbird enthusiast is sure to enjoy. This CD is dedicated to my mom, who was herself an avid hummingbird enthusiast. My mom passed
- [Attracting Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/attracting-hummingbirds-2/) - This post will help you discover how to attract hummingbirds with the right plants and through the added use of hummingbird feeders. You will discover why it is important to use both methods to help entice the hummingbirds to your yard.
- [Hummingbirds Are Not Pets](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-are-not-pets/) - Many people are avid animal lovers and absolutely dote on their animals. Many times people consider there pet a member of the family and they pamper their animals. This is probably due to the unconditional love and devotion that our animals show us, but it is important to remember that not all animals make good pets. This is
- [Basic Facts About Hummingbird Nest ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/basic-facts-about-hummingbird-nest/) - Many people will never have the opportunity to see a hummingbird nest firsthand. I myself have never personally had the opportunity to do so and I am certain that my mom also never had the opportunity to do so either. As I sit here writing this, I cannot help think of my mom, because this
- [Why Layers are Important in a Hummingbird Garden](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-layers-are-important-in-a-hummingbird-garden/) - It is important that your flower garden to consist of many levels of vegetation. The area should have some tall trees, some medium-height trees, some flowers, some grassy areas, as well as some shrubs. This post will explain why creating layers within your hummingbird garden is important. When you are working to create the layered
- [The Importance of a Birdbath to a Hummingbird Garden](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-imprtance-of-a-birdbath-to-a-hummingbird-garden/) - Hummingbirds love water and having a birdbath is a great element to add to any hummingbird garden. This post will discuss the importance of proper preparation of the birdbath for the hummingbirds. The birdbath should have a very shallow water depth, between a quarter an a half inch is the maximum level of water you
- [A Few Facts About Hummingbird Bands](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-few-facts-about-hummingbird-bands/) - Hummingbird banding provides valuable information to researchers about hummingbirds. In this post you will discover a few facts about hummingbird bands and how these things are used to help provide researchers with valuable information about hummingbirds. A person must be licensed to band hummingbirds. There are both federal and state licenses which an individual may
- [Some Hummingbird Species Numbers Are Declining](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/some-hummingbird-species-numbers-are-declining/) - According to one recent article that I read, there are several species of hummingbirds which are declining in population. This post will tell you which species these are, try to offer some insight into why this is happening and tell you can help provide a habitat for hummingbirds. According to the Audubon Society's Watch List
- [The Hummingbird's Advantage for Nectar Sources](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbirds-advantage-for-nectar-sources/) - Hummingbirds have many competitors for nectar sources. This includes bees, butterflies and moths. With this in mind, you may be wondering how the hummingbird fares when it comes to gaining access to nectar sources. Well, the hummingbird actually has advantages over some of its competitors when it comes to gaining nectar. This post will explain
- [Planting Flowers for Hummingbirds and Butterflies With William Moss](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/planting-flowers-for-hummingbirds-and-butterflies-with-william-moss/) - Hummingbirds and butterflies are "nature's little pollinators." In this video, master gardener will offer a wide variety of plants which are known to attract both hummingbirds and butterflies to your yard. Your yard will be the envy of your neighbors for its vivid burst of color and number of the hummingbirds and butterflies that visit
- [Hummingbirds of Alabama](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-of-alabama/) - A friend of mine and her family live part-time in Alabama and Texas. She wanted to know what species of hummingbirds are found in Alabama. This is what has prompted me to write this particular post. As is true in many parts of the country, the most common species of hummingbird to be found in
- [What Causes Nectar to Ferment?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/what-causes-nectar-to-ferment/) - Homemade hummingbird nectar solution will ferment or spoil very quickly. Have you ever wondered what causes this? This post will provide you with the answer and it may even surprise you. The cause of the fermentation or spoilage of nectar solution is due to the growth of microorganisms which are transported to the feeder on
- [What is the Migratory Bird Treaty Act?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-the-migratory-bird-treaty-act/) - The Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 is the law in the united States which regulates the possession and capture of any migratory bird. Hummingbirds are specifically listed on a list of Migratory Birds under the United States Code of Federal Regulations. This law makes it illegal to possess a hummingbird, a hummingbird nest or
- [The Blue-throated Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-blue-throated-hummingbird/) - Someone recently asked me what is the largest hummingbird species found in the United States? I must admit that I did not know the answer at the time this question was asked of me. This prompted me to do some research so that I could return to my friend with the correct answer to their
- [Flowering Plants of Vital Importance](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/flowering-plants-of-vital-importance/) - Almost every part of the hummingbird's life is shaped by their dependence on flowering plants. This includes their size, shape, their ability to hover in flight, their mating habits, and migration. The nectar that is found in flowers that has been pollinated by hummingbirds is very rich in sugars, especially sucrose, which is commonly found
- [A Hummingbird's Heart Size](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-hummingbirds-heart-size/) - Hummingbirds are so small that it seems impossible that any of their organs could weigh very much. This got me to wondering, just how much does a hummingbird's heart actually weigh? Here is what I discovered on the topic and I hope you will find it to be quite fascinating. It is impossible to give
- [The Broad-tailed Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-broad-tailed-hummingbird/) - In this post you will see a photo of a Broad-tailed Hummingbird as well as discovering a few facts about this particular species of hummingbird. When in flight, the male Broad-tailed Hummingbird's wings make a cricket-like whistling sound. It is a female Broad-tailed Hummingbird which holds the North American age record, 12 years old. This
- [The Calorie Needs of a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-calorie-needs-of-a-hummingbird/) - The hummingbird is a highly active bird and must eat regularly to meet its energy needs and help ensure its very survival. Does having to eat so frequently throughout the day mean that the hummingbird has a large calorie intake per day? This post will provide you with the answer to this question. A hummingbird
- [What Hummingbird Regularly Spends All Year In the United States?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-hummingbird-regularly-spends-all-year-in-the-united-states/) - Calling all hummingbird enthusiast! Here is a question that you may or may not already be able to answer. What species of hummingbird regularly spends all year in the United States? If you are not sure of the answer to this question, do not worry because this post will provide you with the answer to
- [Hummingbird Trivia Facts for My Brother](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-trivia-facts-for-my-bother/) - Today, for no particular reason, I have been thinking of my oldest brother, who lives elsewhere and whom I have not seen in more then a year. He will soon be coming home for a visit and our family reunion. Yea! Can you tell I am really excited? Well, you must be wondering what does
- [Wine and Roses Weigela](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/wine-and-roses-weigela/) - Wine and Roses Weigela is known to equally attract hummingbirds and gardeners. Hummingbirds love the deep rose-colored tubular flowers, while people are attracted to the polished dark purple, almost black, foliage underneath the flowers. Wine and Roses Weigela will bloom off and on throughout the summer and quite heavily in the spring. The branches, with
- [What Hummingbird Species Are Found In Florida?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-hummingbird-species-are-found-in-florida/) - If you live in Florida, there are three species of hummingbirds that can be found there. The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is the most common hummingbird species to be found there, but in the winter you may also see the Black-chinned and Rufous Hummingbirds. The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is extremely tiny. It measures about three inches long and
- [Hummingbird Perched on Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/hummingbird-perched-on-feeder/) - This photo was taken by my sister during the 2009 hummingbird season. It was taken while sitting on the back porch. Unfortunately, I am unable to identify the particular species of hummingbird in the photo. Any help in doing so would be greatly appreciated.
- [A Few Surprising Facts About Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-few-surprising-facts-about-hummingbirds/) - I have been fascinated about hummingbirds for quite sometime now and have actively been writing about them for more then two years now. Much to my astonishment, even with all the information I have learned about the hummingbird within that time, my education on this subject is still always on going. This post will share
- [A Hummingbird's Heart Rate vs a Human's](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-hummingbirds-heart-rate-vs-a-humans/) - Hummingbirds seem to move with such incredible speed. This got me to wondering just how does a hummingbird's heart rate compare with that of a human's? This post will offer an answer to this matter. Just as I suspected, the heart rate of a hummingbird is indeed super fast. Just how fast may astound you.
- [Why is the Encore Azalea Unique?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/why-is-the-encore-azalea-unique/) - Azaleas plants are actually an evergreen shrub that flowers. Azaleas are actually poisonous to humans. Did you know these facts? Azaleas can come in a wide range of colors including purple, pink, and rarer species come in shades of red or even blue. Azaleas usually only bloom once a season, usually late in the spring.
- [Cuban Emerald Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/cuban-emerald-hummingbird/) - The name of the Cuban Emerald Hummingbird fascinates me and even brings to mind my mom who loved hummingbirds and had various types of jewelery, including emeralds. This particular hummingbird can be said to be one of the various jewels of the hummingbird word. Here is some fascinating information about this species. The Cuban Emerald
- [Why Use a Hummingbird Blind?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/why-use-a-hummingbird-blind/) - Hummingbirds move so quickly that it is often difficult or almost impossible to capture that ever elusive photograph that you desire. Successfully accomplishing this task will likely take a great deal of time and willingness to wait before your efforts will be rewarded, so you may as well be comfortable while you do so. This
- [Saw First Hummingbird of the Season ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/saw-first-hummingbird-of-the-season/) - If you have been following this blog for any length of time now, you are aware that this blog is dedicated to my mom and our shared love of hummingbirds. In a recent post, I was saying that I wish I would finally see my first hummingbird of the season, but that at the time
- [Gardening: Caring for Plants: How to Attract Hummingbirds to a Feeder ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/gardening-caring-for-plants-how-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-a-feeder/) - This video explains how to use hummingbird feeders to help attract hummingbirds to your yard, and why it is necessary to use trumpet shaped flowers along with your feeders to draw the hummingbirds to your yard.
- [Weather Dangers to Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/weather-dangers-to-hummingbirds/) - There are many dangers that a hummingbird can face, including one that you might you might not even consider, that is a factor each and every day. Do you have any idea what that might be? It is the weather and this post will explain how the weather can be a real source of danger
- [Not All Hummingbird Nest Located at High Altitudes](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/not-all-hummingbird-nest-located-at-high-altitudes/) - Most hummingbird nest are found to be located at higher altitudes. Have you ever wondered why this occurs? Is this true of all species of hummingbirds? If these are questions that you have wanted answered about hummingbirds, this post will provide you with the information you seek. Most hummingbird nesting sites are built at higher
- [Mom and Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/mom-and-hummingbirds/) - Today I am thinking of my mom on what would have been would have been her 76th birthday. Mom passed away at the age of 72. Even after this long, I still miss her so very much. Spring time and hummingbirds also always remind me of mom because we so enjoyed watching the hummingbirds together
- [The Hummingbird's Appatite](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbirds-appatite/) - If you have observed hummingbirds for very long, you may think that hummingbirds eat constantly. This simply is not true. Here is an explanation of the feeding habits of the hummingbird. Hummingbirds do eat quite frequently but not constantly, due to the fact that the hummingbird possesses an extremely high metabolic rate. It is this
- [Hummingbirds Prefer Natural Nectar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/hummingbirds-prefer-natural-nectar/) - Hummingbirds prefer to feed from flowers that are in bloom and attract them rather then from feeders whenever possible. This is not to say that hummingbirds will not feed from your feeders because they will, but if given the choice of the natural nectar that flowers produce and homemade nectar solution, the birds will choose
- [The Pesky Problem of Ants](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/the-pesky-problem-of-ants/) - Every hummingbird season people have trouble with ants getting into their feeders. This issue can be quite frustrating and may even discourage you from using feeders in your yard. This post will offer some possible solutions to this bothersome dilemma. The best thing to do to prevent the problem of ants is to block their
- [Not Just Red Plants Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/not-just-red-plants-attract-hummingbirds/) - Red is a color that is well known to attract the hummingbirds, but it is far from the only color you can use to entice the hummingbirds to your yard. A wide variety of other colors including pink, purple, orange, yellow, white and others will also do so quite nicely. This post will explain why
- [Is It Time to Put Out Hummingbird Feeders?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/is-it-time-to-put-out-hummingbird-feeders/) - Now that it is officially considered to be spring, at least according to the calender, you would not believe how many times in the past few weeks I have been asked "is it time to put out our hummingbird feeders yet?" Even though it is indeed spring, it has not felt much like spring here
- [Time to Prepare for the Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/time-to-prepare-for-the-hummingbirds/) - Depending on where you live, it will likely soon be time for the arrival of the hummingbirds if they have not already begun arriving already. Regardless of what the calender marks as the official arrival of spring, it is not officially spring for me until I have seen my first hummingbird of the season. My
- [Hummingbirds Do Have Feet](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-do-have-feet/) - It may surprise you to know that some people, even some adults, believe that hummingbird do not have feet. This is not true! Hummingbirds do have feet, but they are very poorly developed and therefore the hummingbird can barely walk at all, just a few inches. The feet of the hummingbird are used for preening, perching and scratching
- [Where Rufous Hummingbirds Migrate](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/where-rufous-hummingbirds-migrate/) - Rufous Hummingbirds have many areas that they visit along their migratory journey. In spring Rufous Hummingbirds migrate up the Pacific coast, passing through California from February to May. They will reach British Columbia in early April and Alaska by mid-April. Birds arrive in Idaho and Montana around the end of April.
- [Rufous Huummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/rufous-huummingbird-facts/) - The Rufous Hummingbird has the longest migration route compared to all other species of hummingbirds found in the United States. The male Rufous may mate with several females. The female of this species is larger then the male, but this is actually quite common. The female needs to be bigger because she must be able to produce eggs,
- [Red-billed Streamertail Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/red-billed-streamertail-hummingbird/) - The Red-billed Streamertail Hummingbird is found only in Jamaica. Jamaicans refer to this bird as the "doctor bird." The reason for this is because its tail feathers cross in such a way that resembles the old-fashion coattails worn by doctors. When this bird is in flight its tail produces a high pitched humming noise because
- [A Hummingbird or a Pencil](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-hummingbird-or-a-pencil/) - Which weighs more a fully grown hummingbird or a pencil? While it is a well known fact that hummingbirds are very tiny, it may shock you to discover just how extremely tiny these birds actually are. A grown hummingbird weighs less then a pencil! That's right, I said less then a pencil. The average hummingbird only weighs between 2 and 20
- [Amazing Hummingbird Migration Information](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/amazing-hummingbird-migration-information/) - It is believed that a chemical change occurs within the hummingbird's body and thus signals that it is time for migration to take place. It is speculated that the migration path that the hummingbirds will follow is effected by where the flower or insect population is the largest. This has not been scientifically proven. Prior
- [Hummingbirds of Southwest Arizonia](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-of-southwest-arizonia/) - Arizonia is a state that is well known for having many species of hummingbirds and it is often a favorite destination of birdwatchers wanting to view a wide variety of species. If you live in Arizonia count yourself lucky for having so many different species that visit your state. The following list is of the
- [Protective Measures for the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/protective-measures-for-the-ruby-throated-hummingbird/) - In the 1800’s the Ruby-throated hummingbird was hunted for its bright red feathers and also collected due to its small size. Today this is a very common species of hummingbird which today enjoys a large population of approximately 7,300,000. This is probably due to the fact it is protected from harvest through the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
- [Sword-billed Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/sword-billed-hummingbird-2/) - The Sword-billed Hummingbird has the longestest beak of any other bird in proportion to its body size. Whenever the sword billed Hummingbird perches, it will often hold its beak almost vertical because this helps reduce the amount of strain on the bird's neck. The sword-billed Hummingbird's beak is long and tubelike in shape.
- [Blue-throated Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/blue-throated-hummingbird-facts/) - The Blue-throated Hummingbird is quite unique among most North American hummingbirds, because the Blue-throated Hummingbird does not have an aerial display. Instead, the male uses several different vocalizations to defend its territory and attract mates. The female Blue-throated Hummingbird gives a special call that appears to indicate that she is ready to mate. It is
- [The Calliope Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-calliope-hummingbird-2/) - The Calliope Hummingbird is the smalled bird to be found in both Canada and the United States. The genus name of this species means"little star." The Calliope Hummingbird is the only member of the Stellula genus. This hummingbird is known to leave its breeding grounds quite early compared to other birds, but even still they
- [Hummingbird Feathers](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-feathers/) - Even though the hummingbird is extremely small in size, they have the most feathers per square inch of any other bird. An average size hummingbird has approximately 940 feathers. Hummingbirds have no down feathers and thus loose body heat quite rapidly. The nornal body temperature of a hummingbird is 105 degrees, but at night when
- [Texas' Birdwatching Offers Diversity](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/texas-birdwatching-offers-diversity/) - According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the state of Texas has the greatest number of bird species found here over any other state. Texas and Arizona each have an equally diverse hummingbird population. So, what explains the diversity of our states bird population? This can be explained by a wide variety of factors including the
- [Critically Endangered Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/critically-endangered-hummingbirds/) - There are some 28 different species of hummingbirds that currently being threatened with extinction. Of that number, there are some 8 different species that are considered to be critically endangered, which means that these same species stand a 50 percent chance of becoming extinct within just 10 years. The Juan Fernandez Firecrown Hummingbird is one
- [Hummingbird Species and Their Location](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-species-and-their-location/) - Are you new to birdwatching? Have you just moved to a new area of the country? Are you just learning to identify the various species of hummingbirds in your area? If the answer to any or all of these questions is yes, then today's post will be of interest to you, because it offers you a
- [What is Molting?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-molting/) - The process of molting is when a bird will loose their feathers a few at a time. This will occur symmetrically or one from each side in order not to affect flight. The length of the entire process various from either weeks or months depending on the time of year it is occurring and the
- [What is the Heart Rate of a Hummingbird?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-the-hart-rate-of-a-hummingbird/) - Have you ever wondered just what is the normal heart rate of a hummingbird? If so, then I have the answer for you. The answer actually depends on whether or not you are referring to when the hummingbird is normally active or in a state of torpor. A normally active hummingbird will have a heart
- [Do Hummingbirds Have a Purpose?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/do-hummingbirds-have-a-purpose/) - Within nature ever animal serves some sort of purpose. with this thought in mind, have you ever before wondered what vital role the hummingbird might play in nature? If so, this post will provide you with the answer you have been seeking. As migratory birds, hummingbirds serve two very important purposes: they transport resources between the tropical and
- [No Baby Hummingbirds at Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/no-baby-hummingbirds-at-feeders/) - Whenever a hummingbird leaves the nest they are fully grown and able to fly. You will never see a "baby" hummingbird at your feeder, because a baby hummingbird is incapable of flight. If you should ever witness what appears to be an unusually small hummingbird visiting a flower or feeder then you have likely seen
- [Some Hummingbird Species on Watch List](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/some-hummingbird-species-on-watch-list/) - There are four species of hummingbirds which are included on the National Audubon Society's Watch List of declining and/or rare birds. These species are the Costa’s, Calliope, and Allen’s and Rufous Hummingbird. The Rufous Hummingbird is particularly of concern because it has declined by an alarming 58 per-cent in the last forty years.
- [Hummingbirds are Vital Pollonators](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-are-vital-pollonators/) - The hummingbird preforms a vital service as a pollinator. Many trees and plants would not be able to reproduce without the help of the hummingbird. Have you ever wondered how the hummingbird transfers the pollen from one location to another? If so, this post will provide you with the answer. The pollen will get on the hummingbird's bill and feathers as
- [Ecuador's Many Species of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/ecuadors-many-species-of-hummingbirds/) - The country of Ecuador has an astounding 130 different species of hummingbirds. Just to give you some perspective here, there are only some 17 different species of hummingbirds which are found in the United States. How amazing it must be to have the opportunity to possibly view so many different hummingbird species in one country. A
- [Hummingbird Species Known to Breed in the U.S.](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-species-known-to-breed-in-the-us/) - There are sixteen different species of hummingbirds found in the United States. The following is a list of the various hummingbirds which breed in the United States. It is my hope that this list will encourage you to discover much more about each of these species. Allen's Selasphorus sasin Anna's Calypte anna black-chinned Archilochus alexandri broad-tailed
- [Information on the Humingbird's Range](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/information-on-the-humingbirds-range/) - Hummingbirds are only found in North and South America. South America has over half of the known species of hummingbirds found there. Ecuador is known to be the country with the greatest number of hummingbird species with a total of 163 different species. There are over 50 different species of hummingbirds that are known to breed
- [Nest Construction: How Long Does It Take?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/nest-constructiion-how-long-does-it-take/) - It is solely the female hummingbird who is responsible for the construction of the nest. Have you ever wondered about how long it takes the female hummingbird to complete this task? If so, this post will provide you with the answer you have been seeking. The answer to this question may come as a surprise
- [Azaleas Attract Both Hummingbirds and Butterflies](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/azaleas-attract-both-hummingbirds-and-butterflies/) - Azaleas are known to attract both butterflies and hummingbirds. While nature's creatures are quite attracted to this shrub, it is poisonous to humans. I don't know about you but this is something I myself did not know. This is a beautiful shrub that I have personally always associated with attracting hummingbirds because it was always
- [Canada's Only Resident Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/canadas-only-resident-hummingbird/) - Only the Anna's Hummingbird is the only species of hummingbird which can be found on a year round basis in Canada. During the winter this some of this species will be found on Vancouver British Columbia. Not all the birds of this species will be found there and these birds will migrate to more southern destinations for
- [The Aggressive Nature of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-aggressive-nature-of-hummingbirds/) - If you have hummingbird feeders in your yard then you have undoubtedly witnessed the very aggressive nature of the hummingbirds at your feeders. There is often a bully that runs all the other birds away in an effort to try and protect "their" feeder. Why is this? What can be done about this issue? It
- [What is the Size of a Hummingbird Nest?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-the-size-of-a-hummingbird-nest/) - The size of a hummingbird nest is extremely tiny; on average it will only be 1 1/2 inches in diameter. That is the diameter of a penny. It will usually look like a small cup that is about the size of a walnut shell. Not all hummingbird nest are cup shaped. The Hermit Hummingbird's nest is
- [The Hummingbird's Beak](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbirds-beak/) - The edges of a hummingbird's top beak will overlap the edges of the hummingbird's bottom beak. The bottom beak of a hummingbird is slightly flexible. The beak of a hummingbird is not all that different from the beaks of other bird species except that the beak of the hummingbird is just longer in proportion to
- [What is the Gizzard?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-the-gizzard/) - The gizzard is the name for the stomach of the hummingbird. This is where the food is digested once it is eaten.
- [When Do Hummingbirds Eat?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/when-do-hummingbirds-eat/) - A hummingbird will eat for the first time that day about a half hour before the sun comes up. The hummingbird will stop eating every day about a half hour after it is dark. It may surprise you to discover that a hummingbird will eat 25% of its daily food intake within the first hour
- [Hummingbird Mirgration:Day or Night?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-mirgrationday-or-night/) - A friend recently asked me if hummingbirds migrate during the day or at night. While I thought I knew the answer to this question, I told my friend that I would do some research on the matter and then get back to them with the answer to their question. Here is what I discovered on
- [The Hummingbird's Long Journey](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbirds-long-journey/) - The migration of a hummingbird can be quite lengthy. The exact length of this journey will depend on which specific species of hummingbird to which you are referring. The Rufous Hummingbird is the hummingbird with the longest migratory journey, a whopping 3000 miles in length from Alaska to Mexico. The Ruby-throated Hummingbird's journey is 500 miles
- [When Do Young Hummingbirds Leave the Nest?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/when-do-young-hummingbirds-leave-the-nest/) - After the nestlings are born it is the female who is responsible for the care and rearing of the young. Have you ever wondered how long this whole process takes? Well, by human standards it only takes a slit second versus the 18 -21 years of age for your child to reach adulthood. The nestlings will
- [Information on the Bee Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/information-on-the-bee-hummingbird/) - The adult male Bee Hummingbird weighs only 1.95 grams. Are you wondering just how small that is in reality? Well, it is less then the weight of two paper clips! Talk about not weighing very much at all. The nest of the Bee Hummingbird only measures 3 cm across. This is smaller then the nest of
- [The Prower of a Hummingbird's Vision](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-prower-of-a-hummingbirds-vision/) - Have you ever wondered about the strength or power of the hummingbird's vision? If so, then the information in this post will provide you with the information you seek and it may even serve to inform you as well. It is believed that a hummingbird can see your feeder from approximately 3/4 of a mile way.
- [A Hummingbird's Body Temperature](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-hummingbirds-body-temperature/) - A human being has a normal body temperature of 98.6 degrees. Have you ever wondered how a hummingbird's body temperature compares to a humans? It may surprise you to discover that the hummingbird has a higher body temperature then we humans do. If so, then this post will provide you with the bit of information
- [High Hummingbird Mortality Rate](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/high-hummingbird-mortality-rate/) - Nature is all about survival in the animal kingdom. Hummingbirds are no different. It may surprise you to know that a high number of young hummingbird hatchlings don't survive. Studies that have been done on fledgling success, those hummingbirds that make it from hatching to full feathering, range from 17% to 59% of the number of eggs
- [Hazards Hummingbirds Face During Migration](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hazards-hummingbirds-face-during-migration/) - The exact length of a hummingbird's migratory journey will depend on the specific species of hummingbird to which you are referring. This journey is not without danger. The hazards that the hummingbird may face during the migratory journey include: shortages of food long their journey, unusual or unexpected predators, being without shelter when bad weather
- [Unique Buff-Bellied Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/unique-buff-bellied-hummingbird-facts/) - The Buff-bellied Hummingbird has the distinction of being the least studied off all the hummingbird species found in the United States. The Buff-bellied Hummingbird is unique because it travels to the northeast from its breeding areas which are located in south Texas. This is a unique movement for a North American hummingbird and as a result it
- [Just How Smart are Hummingbirds?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/just-how-smart-are-hummingbirds/) - It is a well known fact that hummingbirds are extremely intelligent animals. That said, just how intelligent are hummingbirds? The answer to this question may truly amaze you. As absolutely amazing as this seems, a hummingbird possess the intelligence to remember every single flower they have ever visited and how long it will take for
- [Earn the Trust of the Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/earn-the-trust-of-the-hummingbirds/) - While hummingbirds may seem quite fearless, it will take time for the hummingbirds to get used to you and come around you without fear. Hummingbirds are such extremely tiny creatures that to them we humans must seem like giants. As a result, we must prove to the hummingbirds that we will not harm them. There
- [White-Eared Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/white-eared-hummingbird/) - Here's some information on the White-eared Hummingbird. The information found here is not mine and comes from Hummingbirds.Net. Since I did not write the information myself, I wish to give proper credit to the source from which the information came. These hummingbirds are found in high tropical mountains and they rarely breeding the U.S. With
- [Moving Water Sources Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/moving-water-sources-attract-hummingbirds/) - Many people are aware that hummingbirds like water, but you may be surprised to discover that hummingbirds prefer a moving water source. This is easier to provide then you might think. It can be done through the use of sprinklers, misters, fountains, water falls and drippers. Hummingbirds often like to preen or fly through a moving water source as
- [Hummingbirds Have Three Eyelids](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-have-three-eyelids/) - As I have said before, just about anything can spark a possible topic for a post and this one is no different. My niece is taking anatomy in college this semester and this got me to thinking about the anatomy of the hummingbird. While I have discovered many interesting things about the hummingbird's anatomy, this
- [Bee Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/bee-hummingbird-facts/) - The Bee Hummingbird is the smallest of all the hummingbird species as well as it being the smallest bird in the world at only 2 1/4 inches long. The weight of the Bee Hummingbird is about the same as a dime. The Bee Hummingbird's heart rate is the second fastest of all animals. The Bee Hummingbird
- [Blue-throated Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/blue-throated-hummingbird-facts-2/) - The Blue-throated Hummingbird is about three times heavier than the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. The Blue-throated Hummingbird is different from most other North American hummingbirds because this species of hummingbird does not perform an aerial display. Rather, a male will use several different vocalizations in order to defend its territory and as a way to attract a
- [Do Hummingbirds Have Toes?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/do-hummingbirds-have-toes/) - Just for the record, hummingbirds do indeed have feet. Hummingbirds do not walk, but they hop to move even very short distances. This will likely surprise you, but hummingbirds actually spend most of their time perching. The hummingbird will use its feet to help it scratch and to perch. You many be wondering if hummingbirds actually
- [What is a Hybrid Species of Hummingbird?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-a-hybrid-species-of-hummingbird/) - My boyfriend recently asked me if hummingbirds only breed within their own species. At the time of his question, I told him that I wasn't certain of my answer and would have to do some research in order to accurately answer his question. This is what has prompted me to write this post and the
- [What is Gleaning?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-gleaning/) - Hummingbirds require protein as a part of their diet and about 10 percent of their diet consist of protein. The hummingbird will gather this through what is known as gleaning, which is when the hummingbirds hunt for insects or other prey while searching on barks, leaves or other surfaces or other hiding places. So, it
- [The Costa's Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-costas-hummingbird/) - The Costa's Hummingbird is commonly found in the desserts of California and Arizona. It leaves the dessert during the hottest days of summer and can then be found to have moved to a shrub, woodland, or chaparral habitat. One interesting fact about the Costa's Hummingbird, when it is in a torpid state, its heart rate
- [What is a Hummingbird Call?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-a-hummingbird-call/) - The Hummingbird call is one of two basic vocal sounds made by the hummingbird with the other one being a song. The call of a hummingbird allows the bird to communicate information such as the bird's age, sex, species or even its emotional state. The use of calls allows the hummingbirds draw attention to danger,
- [Houston Has Hummingbirds in the Winter](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/houston-has-hummingbirds-in-the-winter/) - Whenever I think of seeing hummingbirds I think of having them in the area in the spring and fall. Living as I do in southeast Texas, which is located about 90 miles east of Houston, I don't remember ever having seen many hummingbirds in this area in the winter. A friend recently asked if there were
- [The Tail is Key Identifcation Tool](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-tail-is-key-identifcation-tool/) - Many species of hummingbirds can be quite difficult to identify. Looking at the tail can be a good way to help you identify the various parts of the hummingbird. You will want to determine if the tail contains any white or rufous spots. It is also important to determine where the spots are on the tail. How big are
- [High Male Hummingbird Mortality](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/high-male-hummingbird-mortality/) - Male hummingbirds have a higher mortality rate then female hummingbirds. The reason for this is believed to be due to weight loss during breeding season because of the vast amount of energy needed tby the males to defend territories and also during migration.
- [What is Molting?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-molting-2/) - Molting is when hummingbirds go through a a normal cycle of coplete loss and replacement of all their feathers. This process occurs in the spring.
- [Illnesses or Injuries of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/illnesses-or-injuries-of-hummingbirds/) - Just like humans, hummingbirds can have illesses or injures. Have you ever stopped to consider what types of things these might be? Well, this post will give you answer. Window strikes: This can either stun or even kill the hummingbird. Cat caught hummingbirds: The cat is the number one predator of the hummingbird, and therfore
- [About the White-eared Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/about-the-white-eared-hummingbird/) - The White-eared Hummingbird is rarely known to breed in the United States and they are usually found in the high tropical mountains.With this particular species the male weighs more then the female, with the male weighing 3.6 grams to the females weight of 3.2 grams. The White-eared Hummingbird is known to winter in the mountains
- [Antillean Crested Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/antillean-crested-hummingbird/) - In Antigua, the Antillean Crested Hummingbird is commonly referred to as "Doctor Bushy." The Antillean Crested Hummingbird is the most common hummingbird of the islands. This hummingbird species is found throughout the lesser Antillies. They are must abuntantly found in the lowlands, but they are also known to be widespread from sea level to mountain
- [Green-throated Carib Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/green-throated-carib-hummingbird-facts/) - The Green-throated Carib Hummingbird is found to be most abundant in number at low elivations. The Green-throated Carib Hummingbird can be seen in the Lesser Antillies, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. The sexes of this species of hummingbird are alike. This species of hummingbird occurs in a wide range of habitats including: semi-deciduous woodlands, wet
- [Spring and Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/spring-and-hummingbirds/) - It is supposed to be officially spring now, but you would not know it from the extremely cool temperatures we have still been experiencing thus far. Regardless of the cooler temperatures, this time of year always makes me think of my mom and hummingbirds. Why is this you may ask? Well, that is what the
- [Slow Motion Hummingbirds in HD](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/slow-motion-hummingbirds-in-hd/) - This video was shot in high defination and shows hummingbirds in flight and a also feeding in slow motion. The footage is amazing to see because these birds usually move so fast that it is extremely difficult to appreciate the acts. I hope you enjoy the video as much as I did!
- [What is Peripheral Feeding?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/what-is-peripheral-feeding/) - It is a well known fact that hummingbirds are extremely territorial and will go to great lengths to defend their food source. One species of hummingbird, the Rufous hummingbird, seems to take this measure even futher then other hummingbird species. The rest of this post will explain exactly what I mean by that statement. As
- [Bahama Woodstar Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/bahama-woodstar-hummingbird/) - When I think of the Bahamas, sun sand and vacation come to mind but not hummingbirds. I just discovered that there is indeed a species of hummingbird found there. It is known as the Bahama Woodstar and it is a commonly seen in Nassau. Here is some information which will help you identify this hummingbird
- [Why is Red Attractive to Hummingbirds?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/why-is-red-attractive-to-hummingbirds/) - If you have ever watched a hummingbird before for any length of time, you are probably aware that red is a color known to attract hummingbirds. While red is far from the only color which will attact the hummingbirds, there seems to be something that draws these birds to red quite strongly. Have you ever
- [Basic Tips On Photographing Hummingbirds ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/basic-tips-on-photographing-hummingbirds/) - Today's post does not offer a photograph of a specific species of hummingbird, but rather offers some basic tips to help you photograph hummingbirds more successfully. If you are like me, any advice which will help improve our efforts in this area is greatly appreciated. With continued effort and the right advice, maybe our skill
- [Hummingbird in Flight.flv](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-in-flightflv/) - Have you ever wondered just what makes a hummingbird's flight so unique or just what causes them to have such bright colors? Then this is the video for you, because you will discover the answer to these very quesstions.
- [The Land of the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-land-of-the-hummingbird/) - Hummingbirds seem to symbolize or represent many different things to many dufferent cultures. The nation of Trinidad and Tabago is no different. The nation of Trinidad and Tabago is referred to as "The land of the hummingbird." You will see a hummingbrd on that nation's coat of arms, their one cent coin and even the
- [How to Select a Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-to-select-a-hummingbird-feeder/) - Having a hummingbird feeder in the yard is probably the easiest way to attract hummingbirds. There are so many varieties available, so which feeder should you select? There is no perfect answer to this question, but after having read this post you should have a better idea of the types of things that you should
- [Rose of Sharon Attracts Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/rose-of-sharon-attracts-hummingbirds/) - If you are looking for a bush to add to your yard, I would like to suggest the Rose of Sharon. Your ability to select this bush will depend largely on where you live, as this bush is known to do well in zones 5-9 of the country. Here is some further information about this
- [The Life of Birds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/463/) - This video excerpt is from The Life of Birds by David Attenborough. In it you will discover many fascinating things about hummingbird flight, that there are hummingbirds found in the Andes Mountains and so much more.
- [What is the Gizzard of the Hummingbird?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/what-is-the-gizzard-of-the-hummingbird/) - This post makes me think of my mom who loved discovering fascinating facts or information on a wide variety of subjects, but particularly nature and wildlife. Thus, I am certain that she would have loved discovering the information found in today's post and I hope that you will as well. Did you know that a
- [Verbena Attracts Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/verbena-attracts-hummingbirds/) - Verbena is a plant which is which is known to attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and even small song birds, because of its nectar, seeds and small insects.This plant is long blooming, lavender-flowered, and grows to approximately 5 ft. tall. Most varieties of verbena plants will begin blooming in the summer and will continue to do so
- [The Bahama Woodstar Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-bahama-woodstar-hummingbird/) - Well, once again I never cease to be amazed by all the amazing things I continue to discover about hummingbirds. Today was no different. I discovered that hummingbirds can even be found in the Bahama Islands. This is something I myself did not know before today. What about you ? Here below you will find
- [Hummingbirds and Site Fidelity](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/hummingbirds-and-site-fidelity/) - What is meant by the term site fidelity? According to the book Hummingbirds of North America by Sheri Williamson it means the following: "the tendency of birds to return to the same nesting, wintering, or migratory stopover locations each year." Page 240. I do not know about you but I find it to be quite
- [Other Visitors to Your Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/other-visitors-to-your-hummingbird-feeders/) - If you are a hummingbird enthusiast, then you likely already know that the use of a hummingbird feeder is a great way to attract the hummingbirds that we enjoy and wish to attract. Have you ever considered that the hummingbird feeder may also help attract other types of birds as well to your yard? I
- [Teperature Near Nesting Site Important](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/teperature-near-nesting-site-important/) - Even within nature it is a mother's instinct to want to protect their young. While any parent certainly has this instinct, it is especially strong in mom's. That's why I know for certain that my mom would have found this post particularly interesting and I hope you will also. Have you ever wondered what is
- [Hummingbirds: Magic in the Air](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirds-magic-in-the-air/) - Hummingbirds: Magic in the Air is an amazing PBS documentary on the subject of hummingbirds. This documentary required the use of new types of cameras and lens to capture this amazing footage. Did you know that there are hummingbirds which are found in the Andes Mountains? Or have you ever actually seen a hummingbird capture an
- [Home at Long Last](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/home-at-long-last/) - Hello Mom and Everyone Else! I have finally returned to the "nest" or home once again at long last. I am now home from the rehab facility after more then three months of recovery following my right shoulder surgery in late October of 2009. The satement "The is know place like home" certainly has more
- [Are There Hummingbirds in Cuba?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/are-there-hummingbirds-in-cuba/) - Yes, surprisingly Cuba does have hummingbirds. Cuba is not a place that I would have imagined having hummingbirds. Why exactly this is I can't explain,but it just never occurred to me that hummingbirds would be found there. There are three species which are found there. They are the following: Cuban Emerald Hummingbird, Bee Hummingbird,and the Ruby-throated
- [Design Keys for a Hummingbird Garden](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/design-keys-for-a-hummingbird-garden/) - Do you enjoy gardening and birdwatching? If so, why not combine these two interest or hobbies in an effort to help you be more effective at attracting the hummingbirds to your yard. With this in mind, set about creating a hummingbird garden in your yard. Both you and the hummingbirds will be happy that you
- [Hummingbirds: What Countries Do Hummingbirds Live In?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirds-what-countries-do-hummingbirds-live-in/) - If you have always wanted to discover exactly where hummingbirds can be found then you should watch this video. You will also discover how many species of hummingbirds are found in Equador and more.
- [Low Hummingbird Survival Rates](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/low-hummingbird-survival-rates/) - The next time you see a hummingbird you may want to admire it not only for its beauty but also for its ability to survive against the odds. Here’s why. According to a study conducted by the Powdermill Nature Reserve in Pennsylvania, the average annual survivorship of male hummingbirds is 31 percent for males and
- [A Unique Hummingbird Mating Fact](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/a-unique-hummingbird-mating-fact/) - It is the female Ruby-throated Hummingbird that performs the aerial display to capture the males attention and signal that she is ready to mate. With other species of hummingbirds, it is the male that usually performs the aerial display in an effort to capture the females attention prior to mating taking place. Does this fact surprise you? It did
- [Hummingbird in Flight](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-in-flight/) - This is a short video that will tell you quite a lot about what makes hummingbird flight unique.
- [Shoulder Surgery Today](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/shoulder-surgery-today/) - Hi, Hummingbird here. Today's post isn't about hummingbirds. I must explain my need to undergo shoulder surgery. By the time you read this, I will have already undergone shoulder surgery earlier today. The need for the shoulder surgery is a direct result of a fall I took while in the shower back in early January of this year. In
- [Are There Endangered Hummingbird Species?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/are-there-endangered-hummingbird-species/) - Have you ever considered the exact number of hummingbird species which exist? Or whether any of those same species might be considered to be endangered? Well, if so then this post will provide you with the answers you are seeking and much more. There are a wide number of hummingbird species. The exact number of
- [What are Flight Feathers?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/what-are-flight-feathers/) - Hummingbird flight is an amazing thing to watch. These tiny little dynamos of flight can put on quite the aerial display. Did you ever consider the act of fight would not be possible without what is known as flight feathers. This post explains what is meant by the term flight feathers and some other facts about
- [What is the Hummingbird's Helmet?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/what-is-the-hummingbirds-helmet/) - Interesting facts or information about hummingbirds makes me think of you mom. Today's post is no different. Did you know that some species of hummingbirds have what is known as a helmet? Well, it's true they do. It is only found on certain species of hummingbirds though. Why is this? I don't know the answer to
- [No Vaseline or Other Oils on the Feeder ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/no-vaseline-or-other-oils-on-the-feeder/) - Ants are a common problem many people experience with regard to their hummingbird feeders. As a result, people are always seeking ways to solve this pesky and challenging issue. The best solution to this problem is to block their passage to the feeder. This blog has many various post on how to accomplish this successfully, but
- [Of Mom and Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/of-mom-and-hummingbirds/) - Today marks the third anniversary of your death mom. That truly doesn't seem possible. Where has the time gone? It has passsed far too quickly for me and I am constantly struck by how right you were when you told me many years ago that time seems to pass more quickly as we each get older.
- [HumZinger Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/humzinger-hummingbird-feeder/) - In this video you will discover why the HumZinger feeder is a popular favorite with hummingbird enthusiast, how to properly make your own hummingbird necar solution and what is the number one reason the hummingbirds aren't visiting your feeders.
- [Why Hummingbirds Aren't Visiting Your Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/why-hummingbirds-arent-visiting-your-feeder/) - If you know that there are hummingbirds in your area, but the birds don't seem to be visiting your feeder, you may be wondering the reason for this and how to solve the issue. This post will offer you some possible explanations and ways to help you solve the problem. If this occurs during nesting
- [The Temperature of a Nesting site is Important ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-temperature-of-a-nesting-site-is-important/) - Not many people have had the privilege of spotting a hummingbird's nest, so count yourself lucky if you have had the privilege to do so. Why don't many people spot a hummingbird's nest? One reason for this maybe that the choice of a hummingbird's nesting site is dependent on the temperature of the location. Do you
- [What is an Ant Guard?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/what-is-an-ant-guard/) - If you have been into attracting and feeding hummingbirds for some time or if you have just recently gotten into doing so, then you are probably all too aware that ants can be a pesky problem. While there are many ways to solve this common problem, the best way that I would recommend to solve
- [Not All Hummingbirds Travel Far](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/not-all-hummingbirds-travel-far/) - Today I discovered a surprising fact about hummingbirds that I had never before heard and it is the type of new fact about hummingbirds that I would have loved to have shared with my mom. What is this new fact? It is the fact that a large majority of hummingbird species spend all their lives within
- [High Visability and Nectar Production is Important](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/high-visability-and-nectar-production-is-important/) - Hummingbirds as well as most other types of birds have no sense of smell. Does this surprise you? As a result, hummingbirds are drawn to plants that have a high visibility. Hybrid plants often have far less nectar output then plants that were grown in the wild. If you are looking for various trees and
- [Hummingbird Photographs and Getting Better Backgrounds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/hummingbird-photographs-and-getting-better-backgrounds/) - If you love hummingbirds and have been trying unsuccessfully to capture a really good shot of a hummingbird then you are certainly not alone. Don't give up, because doing so successfully requires persistence, patience, and a lot of practice. Ultimately though, your reward will be a wonderful shot of a hummingbird that you can truly admire
- [Arizona the Hummingbird Haven](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/arizona-the-hummingbird-haven/) - If you are a hummingbird enthusiast who also likes to travel and you enjoy photography then you should visit the state of Arizona. According to photography expect Don Jedlovec , the Shy Islands located in southern Arizona is where 12 of the 13 species of hummingbirds of North America are located and where anyone who is serious
- [A Few Hummingbird Migration Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/a-few-hummingbird-migration-facts/) - If you are an avid hummingbird enthusiast, then you will understand when I say that the yard can sure seem mighty lonely without the presence of these little flying dynamos. My mom and I would miss the aerial displays and territorial behavior of the hummingbirds once they had migrated out of our area of the
- [Hummingbirds:How Do Hummingbirds Protect Themselves?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirdshow-do-hummingbirds-protect-themselves/) - Even as tiny as they are, hummingbirds are quite capable of protecting themselves. Have you ever wondered just how the hummingbird does this? This video will allow you to discover the various techniques and methods that the hummingbird will use to protect themselves.
- [How Tiny is a Hummingbird?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/how-tiny-is-a-hummingbird/) - As you probably already know, hummingbirds are very small, but just what does that mean? This is something that many people have often wondered but probably never bothered to discover on their own. I know that this is something my mom always wanted to know herself, but I do not think she ever really tried
- [How Honey Harms Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-honey-harms-hummingbirds/) - If you enjoy hummingbirds and wish to feed them, I have an extremely important reminder for you. You should never make your nectar solution using honey! Here is a brief explanation as to why you must not do this. The honey will spoil quite rapidly because it ferments and this cause a deadly bacterium to form. No
- [Leaving Feeders Up Won't Hurt and More](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/leaving-feeders-up-wont-hurt-and-more/) - In many parts of the country, the hummingbirds have begun their migratory journey. This usually prompts people to begin wondering when they should take down their hummingbird feeders. This is something that my own mom often wondered about and that I have frequently been asked about by various friends and family who know that I am
- [What Does Hummingbird Banding Teach Us?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/what-does-hummingbird-banding-teach-us/) - This post makes me think of my mom, because she was always curious as to how exactly researchers were able to study and learn about hummingbirds. When this subject came up in discussion, my mom had said to me that she had heard of the term banding before but that she wasn't really sure how that would
- [Avoid the Color Yellow On Your Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/avoid-the-color-yellow-on-your-feeder/) - Anyone who is a hummingbird enthusiast is probably all too aware that both bees and wasp are some of the most common pest that often visit your hummingbird feeders. It is often a constant and never ending battle to keep these pest away from your feeders and in the past I have discussed a wide variety
- [Hummingbird Feeders Can Be Decorative](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/hummingbird-feeders-can-be-decorative/) - My mom was always looking for various ways to beautify the yard while also helping to attract many more hummingbirds. She would use a wide variety of plants and hummingbird feeders. While many of the hummingbird feeders she had were the traditional glass ones ones with red on them, the feeder you select does not
- [Facts About Hummingbird Nectar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/facts-about-hummingbird-nectar/) - Have you ever wondered if there is such a thing as nectar that is not sweet enough for a hummingbird? Just how sweet does a hummingbird want their nectar to be? Which is sweeter hummingbird nectar or Coca Cola? If the answers to any if these questions interest you, then this post is just what
- [Hummingbirds by Larry Shields](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/hummingbirds-by-larry-shields/) - This video consist of some absolutely beautiful and amazing photos of hummingbirds which were taken in Huntington Lake, CA. by Larry Shields. It is my hope that you will enjoy the opportunity to view these amazing birds in greater detail then you may have ever seen in nature before. On a personal note, I wish
- [Use White or Beet Sugar In Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/use-white-or-beet-sugar-in-feeders/) - I recently made a very surprising discovery concerning homemade hummingbird nectar, which is that beet sugar can be used to make homemade nectar. Did you know this? I'm not sure if my mom was aware of this or not, but I'm sure if not she would have found the discovery fascinating. She so enjoyed attracting
- [Hummingbirds of Southeast Texas](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/hummingbirds-of-southeast-texas/) - My mom and I loved to watch the hummingbirds that visited our yard while sitting on the back porch. At the time, neither of us had any knowledge whatsoever about these amazing birds, but we just enjoyed watching their antics and behavior. Well, guess what? I have since discovered many things about the hummingbirds found in southeast Texas. What
- [Black-chinned Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/black-chinned-hummingbird/) - This video contains information on the migration of the Black-chinned Hummingbird as well as a variety of other information on this species of hummingbird. So, sit back and prepare to be informed and entertained while discovering about the Black-chinned Hummingbird.
- [Understanding Hummingbird Mirgration](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/understanding-hummingbird-mirgration/) - Mom, I know you were aware that hummingbirds migrate, but did you ever wonder what became of them after they left our area? If so, I now have the answer. Since I am not able to share the information with you personally, I will share it with those of you out there who read this blog and may not have
- [Hummingbird Banding Up Close](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-banding-up-close/) - In this video you will discover some fascinating information about the Ruby-throated Hummingbird as well as getting to see this bird being banded. For those of you who were wondering, this video takes place at the Strawberry Plains Audubon Center’s Hummingbird Migration Celebration in Holly Springs, MS.
- [Are There Hummingbirds In Alaska?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/are-there-hummingbirds-in-alaska/) - Guess what, mom! I just discovered that there are indeed hummingbirds found in Alaska. Maybe Kolin could take some photos of the hummingbirds there if and when he ever gets the opportunity to visit Alaska some day. He has always said that he would love to visit there and see all the beauty that nature
- [Guidelines of When to Change Nectar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/guidelines-of-when-to-change-nectar/) - It is a well known fact that you will need to change the nectar solution in your hummingbird feeder regularly. Just what is meant by regularly? This is something that my mom and so many others have wondered about and never quite had the definitive answer to before. This post will provide you with the
- [Oklahoma's Hummingbirds and More](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/oklahomas-hummingbirds-and-more/) - Family is very important to me, and I always look forward to spending time with my extended family that live all over the United States. In April of each year, we have our annual family reunion and crawfish boil. There are a large number of relatives that come to the reunion from Oklahoma and doing research
- [Some Illnesses of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/some-illnesses-of-hummingbirds/) - Cold and flu season is just around the corner, as the many fliers that I have seen posted all around recently have served to remind me. In fact, when I saw my family doctor recently, he also reminded me of this and he informed me that I would be receiving my flu shot in October. The upcoming
- [Hummingbirds: How Many Eggs Do Hummingbirds Lay?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirds-how-many-eggs-do-hummingbirds-lay/) - What is the most eggs that a hummingbird will lay during its lifetime? What is the size of a hummingbird egg or nest? This informative video will provide you with these answers as well as much more informative information about the hummingbird's reproductive cycle.
- [Facts on the Range of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/facts-on-the-range-of-hummingbirds/) - Have you ever wondered what country has the most species of hummingbirds? Or wanted to know how many different species breed in Mexico or Canada? Do you know how many species breed in the United States? If you have ever wondered the answers to any of these questions, then after reading this post you will
- [Trumpet Creeper and Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/thetrumpet-creeper-and-hummingbirds/) - As a hummingbird enthusiast, my mom knew that hummingbirds like plants which are rich in nectar. Each year she would look for new plants to add to that year's collection which were intended to try and entice the hummingbirds to our yard. There was often no telling what mom's choices would be, but you could be assured
- [Do Hummingbirds Have Ribs?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/do-hummingbirds-have-ribs/) - You would be amazed at the things that can inspire a post. I have been having some pain in my ribs lately, although the exact cause of this is unknown, this has sparked my curiosity and caused me to wonder if hummingbirds have ribs or not. Here is what I discovered on the subject. I hope you will
- [A High Metabolic Rate](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/a-high-metabolic-rate/) - Mom, guess what? A hummingbird has a very high metabolic rate. I have discovered some very interesting things about this that I think you would have enjoyed knowing, because you always enjoyed interesting bits of trivia or facts. Since I can't share them with you personally I will honor your memory and fun loving nature by sharing this
- [Multiple Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/multiple-hummingbird-feeders/) - Our yard was always full of multiple hummingbird feeders. Mom wanted the hummingbirds to have plenty of opportunities to feed and she believed that having the multiple feeders in the yard would attract more of the hummingbirds that we so enjoyed watching. The are indeed advantages to having multiple hummingbird feeders throughout your yard and and
- [Bird Watching:Hummingbird Migration Routes](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/bird-watchinghummingbird-migration-routes/) - Are you someone who has always believed that every species of hummingbird migrates? If so, I'm here to inform you that this is simply not true, because not all species of hummingbirds migrate. Have you ever wondered where the hummingbirds that do migrate every winter go on their migratory journey? If so, you will discover this and
- [Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds Entergy Use](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/ruby-throated-hummingbirds-entergy-use/) - Here in southeast Texas the most commonly seen hummingbird is the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Like most hummingbirds, they seem to always be feeding or in flight. Even though this is not true it caused me to wonder just how much food does a Ruby-throated Hummingbird need to survive a typical day. The answer may surprise you as much as it
- [Myan Ledgens of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/myan-ledgens-of-hummingbirds/) - I recently discovered something about hummingbirds that I never knew before. Do you mom or anyone else have any idea what that discovery might have been? I would be astounded if you or anyone else had any idea whatsoever about what I recently discovered, so I will just have to share it with you and anyone else
- [The Impotance of Feeding to a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-impotance-of-feeding-to-a-hummingbird/) - I can remember sitting on the back porch of my parents' home watching the hummingbirds feed. It often seemed that the hummingbirds would never stop eating and my mom and I would often wonder if the hummingbirds would overeat. I have since learned that although hummingbirds do eat a great deal, about five to eight times
- [Albino Hummingbird at the Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/albino-hummingbird-at-the-feeder/) - This vido shows an albino hummingbird feeding at a feeder. Albino hummingbirds are not a sperate species of hummingbird and are extremely rare. Since it is unlikely that many of us will personally have the opportunity to view this for ourselves, I thought I would share this video with you. Here is some additional information
- [Hummingbird Habitat Basics](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbird-habitat-basics/) - Are you someone who would love to create your own hummingbird habitat but fear that you you can't do so because you lack the knowledge or don't have enough space to do so effectively? Well, then have a got some great news for you! Let me explain. If you have limited space available for creating
- [Hanging Baskets and Attracting Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hanging-baskets-and-attracting-hummingbirds/) - Whenever I see a hanging basket filled with brightly colored flowers it always makes me think of my mom and her love of flowers and hummingbirds. Each spring and summer, my mom would always plant a wide variety of flowers in various colors in hanging baskets all throughout the yard as yet another way to try
- [Homemade Vs. Commercial Nectar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/homemade-vs-commercial-nectar/) - Many things can spark rememberances of those we have loved and lost. It can be caused by things such as the date, sights, sounds, smells and much more. When it comes to my mom many things can cause me to remember her such as the smell of her favorite perfume, her cooking of cetain foods (Mexican food, cornbread dressing,
- [Cleaning Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/cleaning-hummingbird-feeders/) - If you are a hummingbird enthusiat, then this is a video you should see, so that you understand how to properly clean your hummingbird feeder and discover what accessories are on the market to assist you with this all important task. After all, why take the chance that you could accidently harm the birds that
- [How Much Will a Hummingbird Eat?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-much-will-a-hummingbird-eat/) - I have many very fond memories of sitting outside with my parents and watching the hummingbirds feed. The hummingbirds would put on quite the aerial show and my mom and I would particularly enjoy watching the hummingbirds fight over which one was going to be allowed to feed at that moment. It often seemed like
- [A Big Milestone](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/a-big-milestone/) - No matter what day it is mom, I think of you and miss you each and every single day. Today was no different, but today you were not just on my mind because I was missing you and wishing you and wishing you were here but because something special and important occurred that I would
- [The Extermination and Makeover](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-extermination-and-makeover/) - Well, I'm finally back up and running once again. Sorry for the long period without any new post but it was completely unavoidable and beyond my control. Let me explain. Because of work that needed to be completed, I was without Internet access for quite sometime. Also, this down time was used to help me
- [BTA Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/bta-hummingbirds/) - This video contains some general information about hummingbirds and it also addresses some common hummingbird myths.
- [Hummingbird Release](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-release/) - This video shows the release of several rescued hummingbirds. This is something that not too many people ever have the opportunity to do. Most of the hummingbirds were quite eager to be released, but one wasn't and it remained behind, at least temporarily.
- [What is Traplining?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/what-is-traplining/) - I recently came across a term relating to hummingbird feeding that I had not heard before, so I thought I'd share it with you as well. The term is called traplining, which is when hummingbirds feed by sight on regularly followed routes. I knew that hummingbirds had no known sense of smell and were therefore
- [Do Hummingbirds Eat More at Night?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/do-hummingbirds-eat-more-at-night/) - I was recently asked if hummingbirds eat more at night. The person who asked me said that this was something they had been wondering about hummingbirds. This is what has inspired me to write this post, so I hope you will also find the information enjoyable and enlightening. Yes, in fact hummingbirds do eat more at
- [Why Feeder Placement Matters](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/why-feeder-placement-matters/) - You will either want to position your feeders extremely close to the window or at least five feet away from the window. Placing the feeder so close to the window makes it much easier for you to view the hummingbirds as they feed. Placing the feeder at least five feet away from the window will decease
- [Hummingbird Banding 1/2](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-banding-12/) - If you have ever wanted to know about the suject of hummingbird banding then this video is intended for you. There are two videos on the subject of hummingbird banding done by the creator of this video, In this video you will discover how the birds are caught so they can be banded, what type of
- [The Mighty Motablism of the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-mighty-motablism-of-the-hummingbird/) - Hummingbirds are extremely large eaters, especially since they are such tiny birds. The hummingbird is known to have the fastest metabolism on Earth. How incredibly fast the hummingbird's matabolism is may shock and amaze you. The hummingbird's metabolism is roughly 100 times that of an elephant! Due to all their activity, hummingbirds will burn its
- [The Hummingbird's Day](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-hummingbirds-day/) - The hummingbird will feed quite frequently, between 5 and 8 times an hour according to one source or 7 to 10 times an hour according to another source. Regardless of which source you believe, it is obvious that each feeding isn't very long in length. It has been said that hummingbirds only spend 30% of
- [What is the Longest Hummingbird Mirgration?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/what-is-the-longest-hummingbird-mirgration/) - It is important to note that not all species of hummingbirds migrate. Of those species of hummingbirds that do migrate, the exact length of the migratory journey will depend on the exact species of hummingbird you are referring, Today's post offers a bit of hummingbird trivia. I hope you will enjoy discovering this bit of hummingbird
- [How Quickly Does a Hummingbird Digest Nectar?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-quickly-does-a-hummingbird-digest-nectar/) - Nectar is an excellent source of energy for a hummingbird. To meet it's daily energy needs the hummingbird will take in one and a half times its body weight per day. The nectar that is taken in by the hummingbird will be digested in a very rapid and efficient manner and it will pass entirely
- [Bird Watching: How to Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/bird-watching-how-to-attract-hummingbirds/) - There are many things that you can do to help you more effectively attract hummingbirds. These include the following: use a wide variety of colorful feeders, using a mixture of 1 part sugar to 4 parts water when making the nectar solution (use only pure granulated white table sugar and no other substitute) and place
- [Happy Independence Day](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-independence-day/) - July 4th marks the anniversary of American independence. It is also the day that would have marked my grandmother's (my dad's mom) 100th birthday, but she passed way in 2000. Whenever I think of my grandmother I can't help but remember her love of watermelon, tomatoes, and fried chicken. Also, I remember her telling me the story
- [What is an Ant Moat?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/what-is-an-ant-moat/) - A friend who is a new hummingbird enthusiast recently asked me what I would recommend as the most effective way to solve the problem of ants at your hummingbird feeder. My response was the use of an ant moat. She looked at me with a puzzled look on her face and then asked me to
- [Hummingbird's Sources of Food](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbirds-sources-of-food/) - Nectar is important to the hummingbird because it can provide a quick bust of energy but this doesn't last very long. Therefore, protein is of vital important to the hummingbird's diet. Recent studies have indicated that as much as half of the hummingbird's diet consist of fruit flies, gnats, mosquitoes, aphids, spiders, caterpillars and insect
- [Hummingbird Feeder Size Selection](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/hummingbird-feeder-size-selection/) - Hummingbird feeders come in all sizes. Many people who are new hummingbird enthusiast will choose the biggest hummingbird feeder they can find. While I can understand your desire to provide plenty of nectar for the hummingbirds find in your area, here is why choosing the largest hummingbird feeder that is available when you are first
- [Hummingbird Photos](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/hummingbird-photos/) - Hummingbirds are such beautiful creatures. They are amazingly quick and can therefore be very difficult to photograph well. I have great admiration for anyone who has had the good fortune to do so. This video is a series of amazingly beautiful hummingbird photographs. The shots are absolutely amazing and allow the birds to be seen in
- [Doctor Orders Bedrest](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/doctor-orders-bedrest/) - My family doctor has ordered bed rest for me. I must remain in bed except for being allowed to eat and use the bathroom. This is because the swelling in my right leg is not improving as it should without my legs being elevated. The goal is that the bed rest will allow the swelling
- [What is the Hummingbird's Normal Habitat?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/what-is-the-hummingbirds-normal-habitat/) - Have you ever wondered what is a hummingbird's normal habitat? It is anywhere that has red tubular flowers and insects but there is much more to it then that. Watch this very informative video to discover much more including how to create your own hummingbird habitat in your yard.
- [Comparing Hummingbrid Feeder Types](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/comparing-hummingbrid-feeder-types/) - There are two basic types of hummingbird feeders: the inverted or bottle feeder and the saucer feeder. The choice of which type of hummingbird feeder you should select is entirely up to you, as they will both successfully attract hummingbirds. Each type of hummingbird feeder has its own set of strengths and weaknesses, so it
- [Solving the Problem of Black Mold](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/solving-the-problem-of-black-mold/) - Black mold is a problem that can develop in your hummingbird feeder when it is not cleaned often enough. This can be a very serious matter because it can harm or even kill the hummingbirds. So, I can't stress this enough your hummingbird feeders must be clean, clean, clean! I would suggest cleaning it every single
- [Hummingbirds: Where Do Hummingbirds Sleep?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirds-where-do-hummingbirds-sleep/) - Have you ever wondered if hummingbirds sleep? If so, where do they sleep? This video explains all about the state of torpor that hummingbirds enter whenever they sleep and how they are able to survive the night while sleeping.
- [Hummingbirds:What Do Hummingbirds Look Like?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirdswhat-do-hummingbirds-look-like/) - Have you ever wondered how to tell someone what a hummingbird actually looks like? This short and enformative will video will help you do so more effectively. The video contains many intresting facts about the hummingbird that will help you to do so more effectively.
- [Never Use Honey in Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/never-use-honey-in-hummingbird-feeders/) - Someone who was out of granulated table sugar asked me "can't I just substitute diluted honey in the hummingbird feeder? Absolutely not! This is what has prompted me to write this post as an important reminder to those wanting to fill their hummingbird feeders. Never put honey in your hummingbird feeders! The honey can develop a fungus that is
- [Hummingbird Nectar Recipe is Easy](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbird-nectar-recipe-is-easy/) - As someone who enjoys hummingbirds, I am often asked various questions on topics concerning hummingbirds. Recently, someone once again asked me about how to make homemade nectar solution. This is a subject that I thought I would once again take the opportunity to address. Making your own hummingbird nectar is a very quick and inexpensive
- [Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/hummingbirds/) - This video consist of a series of beautiful photos of hummingbirds. With the hectic nature of life, it is probably not often that we stop and appreciate the beauty that is found in nature. I hope that this video will remind you to do so.
- [Baby Hummingbirds-First 21 Days](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/baby-hummingbirds-first-21-days/) - This remarkable video shows baby hummingbirds from the time the eggs hatch until they leave the nest, which occured 21 days later. This process isn't one that many of us will ever be fortunate enough to witness on a firsthand basis, so I hope you will enjoy the opportunity to witness it via this video.
- [More About Hummingbird Nest](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/more-about-hummingbird-nest/) - Many people are never lucky enough to find and view a hummingbird nest. If you happen to be among the lucky few who experience this wonder, there are a few important things to keep in mind. First and foremost, in many states it is illegal to posses a hummingbird nest. As a result, do yourself and
- [Tips on Choosing a Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/tips-on-choosing-a-hummingbird-feeder/) - There is no perfect hummingbird feeder on the market, but this video will help you select the one that is best for you,. Here are some things to keep in mind: the feeder should have some red on it, be easy to take apart and clean, and you want a feeder that does not drip or leak.
- [How lightweight is a Hummingbird Band?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/how-lightweight-is-a-hummingbird-band/) - Here is a little known and astounding piece of hummingbird trivia. It takes an amazing 5,500 hummingbird bands to weigh one ounce. As a trivia lover and hummingbird enthusiast, I just had to share this obscure fact with all of you. This piece of trivia would have fascinated my mother also. Since the birds themselves
- [How Quickly Does Nectar Spoil?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/how-quickly-does-nectar-spoil/) - How quickly the nectar will spoil in your hummingbird feeder depends on what the temperature is outside. If the temperature is 80 degrees or over, you will then need to change the nectar solution and refill the feeder every three to four days. If the temperature reaches 90 degrees or above, then that may need
- [The Daily Calorie Needs of a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-daily-calorie-needs-of-a-hummingbird/) - Have you ever considered how many calories per day a hummingbird requires in order to survive? The answer may surprise you as it did me. According to the website Nectar Art Prints.Com, on an average 12 hour day, a hummingbird weighing 10 grams, such as a male Anna's Hummingbird, will require a whopping 6,660 calories per
- [Put Only Cool Nectar Solution In Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/put-only-cool-nectar-solution-in-feeder/) - Never put hot homemade nectar solution in a hummingbird feeder! That is a common sense statement, right? Well, apparently not everyone knows this, because I myself have been asked about this numerous times. The nectar solution must be cooled before placing it in the hummingbird feeder. Here's why. If the nectar solution is too hot when you
- [Singing Hummingbird at 9 Months Old](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/singing-hummingbird-at-9-months-old/) - This video is of North America's only singing hummingbird. Do you know what species holds that distinction? Watch this short video and discover this and a few other fascinating fats about this bird.
- [Female Rufous Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/female-rufous-hummingbird/) - Here is some information that will help you identify the female Rufous Hummingbird. The written information for this post comes from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. I am also including a photo of a female Rufous Hummingbird to help you lean to identify this bird. The female of this species is green above with rufous-washed
- [Photos of the Snow](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/photos-of-the-snow/) - The above photo is of a very small, crude snowman that some of the residents at my apartment complex built. This is a shot taken out the side door of the apartment building, and it shows the smow on some shrubs that are planted there. At this point, the snow wasn't very deep. The above photo
- [Happy Easter](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-easter/) - Happy Easter everyone! I hope you are having a great day and that you have been blessed to be able to spend some time with those you love. I spent some time earlier to day with my dad and many of my other family members. I love getting to do so whenever possible. Today was
- [Juvenile Ruby-throated Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/juvenile-ruby-throated-hummingbird/) - The above photo shows a juvenile Ruby-throated Hummingbird feeding at a purple flower. The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is probably the most common hummingbird species of hummingbird in the world. It is the only species of hummingbird to breed in the eastern United States. It is difficult to tell a Juvenile Ruby-throated Hummingbird from a female of
- [How to Create a Hummingbird Haven](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-to-create-a-hummingbird-haven/) - Whenever you are using plants to help create you hummingbird habitat, be sure to place flowers of like color in large groups. A large area of color is more likely to catch the hummingbird's attention rather then having single plants around the yard. Plant perennials because they will come back year after year and be
- [Your Vacation Won't Starve the Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/your-vacation-wont-starve-the-hummingbirds/) - I recently asked a good friend why she hadn't yet put up her hummingbird this season. You see, she is an avid hummingbird enthusiast and normally does so faithfully. Her response surprised me. She said she couldn't do so because she was going to be leaving on vacation soon and that because she wouldn't be
- [White Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/white-hummingbird/) - This video was filmed in Isouthern ndiana in 2008 and shows an albinio hummingbird. This is an extermely rare occurance, so very few people actuallyget to view one firsthand which is why I wanted to share this video with you. These hummingbirds are not a seperate species. Hummingbirds usually live between 3-5 five years. The
- [Bright Flowers Mean Sweeter Nectar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/bright-flowers-mean-sweeter-nectar/) - It is probably universally known that hummingbirds are attracted to red, but it turns out that there is a real reason to explain why hummingbirds prefer brightly colored flowers. So what is this reason? In many cases, although there are exceptions, the brighter the flower the sweeter the nectar which is inside it. I find
- [God of Wonders-Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/god-of-wonders-hummingbirds/) - Hummingbirds are one of the most fascinating creatues ever created. If you are a hummingbird lover or someone who is just discovering this amazing bird, this video is very informative and will help provide you will some excellent hiinformation on the subject of hummingbirds. Enjoy!
- [Window Boxes Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/window-boxes-attract-hummingbirds/) - Window boxes are a space saving and efficient way to attract way to help you entice the hummingbirds to visit your yard. If this is the method you would like to use to draw them to yard, here are some tips that will help you be much more successful with this endeavor. These plants can
- [Some Hummingbird Garden Basics](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/some-hummingbird-garden-basics/) - A hummingbird garden is a great way to beautify your yard and attract hummingbirds at the same time. Here below you will find some important things to keep in mind when developing your hummingbird garden. If you are looking for some suggestions as to what plants to include in you hummingbird garden, the following suggestions
- [A Hummingbird Nest Being Built](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/a-hummingbird-nest-being-built/) - Not many people have ever even seen a hummingbird's nest before let alone actually seen the nest being built. This video actually captures the nest being built by the female. I hope you enjoy getting to view this process.
- [Cinnamon Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/cinnamon-hummingbird/) - The Cinnamon Hummingbird is common in Mexico to Centeral America. It may also be seen accidentially in southern Arizonia and southwestern New Mexico. The Cinnamon Hummingbird can be found in a wide variety of habitats including plantations, arid areas, woodland areas and grassy fields and pastures. The two eggs layed by the Cinnamon Hummingbird are
- [Say No to Red Dye in Nectar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/say-no-to-red-dye-in-nectar/) - Here's some very compelling reasons why red dye should not be used in hummingbird nectar. I point these things out not to make you feel bad if you have mistakenly used it in the past but to help you understand why you should no longer do so now. Red Dye has no nutritional value and therefore
- [Hummingbirds of the Americas](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirds-of-the-americas/) - This video is a shot documentary about hummingbirds which will provide the viewer with some good basic information on the subject of hummingbirds. It also offers some beautiful photos of hummingbirds. Hope you enjoy the video!
- [Happy Birthday, Mom](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-birthday-mom/) - Dear Mom: Today is a bittersweet day for me; it would have been your 75Th birthday. Unfortunately, you passed away at the age of 72 and are therefore no longer with us. I am sad that you aren't here with us to celebrate this milestone. The occasion makes me happy because it gives me the opportunity to remember and honor
- [The Calliope Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/the-calliope-hummingbird/) - The Calliope Hummingbird prefers high mountains, and has been seen as high as 11,000 feet. It builds its nests over creeks or over roads next to streams or lakes. This species of hummingbird will usually repair the previous year's nest or construct a new nest atop the old nest. This bird usually forages within five feet
- [About An Untrue Hummingbird Myth ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/about-an-untrue-hummingbird-myth/) - Have you ever before heard the myth that hummingbirds migrate on the backs of geese? This myth is absolutely not true! Nevertheless, this untrue myth seems to have of taken on a life all its own. Have you ever wondered how this myth might have come to be. I have often wondered this and now I can offer
- [Magnificent Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/magnificent-hummingbird/) - This species of hummingbird certainly lives up to its name, as it is a truly spectacularly colored bird. This species of hummingbird became known as the Magnificent Hummingbird in the mid-1980's and was previously known as the Refulgent Hummingbird or Ravioli Hummingbird. The name change is thought to be due to its spectacular plumage . This
- [What Size Hummingbird Feeder?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/what-size-hummingbird-feeder/) - The use of a hummingbird feeder is a simple and easy simple way to try and attract this amazing creatures to your yard. The task of purchasing one can seem quite overwhelming. What style, size or even color should you select? There is no perfect answer for this dilemma, but here is my advice regarding choosing
- [Blue-tailed Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/blue-tailed-hummingbird/) - The Blue-tailed hummingbird is found in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua. This is a photo that I found while searching on the Internet. Since this isn't a species of hummingbird that many of us will ever be fortunate enough to view for ourselves I thought I share this photo with you. I hope
- [Jaun Fernandez Firecrown Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/jaun-fernandez-firecrown-hummingbird/) - The Jaun Fernandez Firecrown Hummingbird is a critically endangered species of hummingbird. This video explains where the bird can be found, why it is on the verge of extenction, and what is being done to try and save this species of hummingbird before it is lost forever.
- [How Much Do Hummingbirds Fly?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/how-much-do-hummingbirds-fly/) - A hummingbird actually spends very little time in flight. Just how much time this bird spends in flight may surprise you. The hummingbird only spends 20 percent of its time in flight! That's correct, I said 20 percent of the hummingbirds time is spent in flight and the other 80 percent is spent perching. That
- [Costa's Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/costas-hummingbird/) - The above photo is of a male Costa's Hummingbird. You can tell the bird is a male due to the metallic green back, violet purple crown and gorget, very long throat feathers and green breast. The average weight for the male of this species is 3.05 grams. Costa's Hummingbirds don't migrate very long distances, so
- [Flower Selection: Trial and Error](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/flower-selection-trial-and-error/) - Hummingbirds learn by trial and error which flowers will provide the greatest amout of nectar. This is surprising, to me, because hummingbirds have the ability to see into the ultra-violet rannge, so I figured this was the explaination for their choice of a partular flower. The ideal colors to attract hummingbirds are red, orange and pink, but
- [Hummingbirds of Virginia](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/hummingbirds-of-virginia/) - A place can forever impact and shape your life. The state of Virginia is a such a place for me and as a result it holds a very special place in my heart. I spent about 8 years living there when I was growing up and my dad was in the Navy. My family moved to
- [Slow Motion Hummingbirds 2 HD 720p](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/slow-motion-hummingbirds-2-hd-720p/) - This video shows some HD footage of a female Allen's Hummingbird and the hummingbird's wing beats are in perfect sync with the high-speed shutter at times, thus creating the illusion the wings are stopped! There is also a female Anna's Hummingbird that appears in the video.
- [Is Feeding from a Feeder Instinctive?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/is-feeding-from-a-feeder-instinctive/) - Hummingbirds do not instinctively recognize hummingbird feeders as a food source. Hummingbird feeders have not been around long enough for this to be the case. The first hummingbird feeder wasn't for sale until 1950 when the Audubon Novelty Company of Medina, New York offered it for sale. So, how do hummingbirds come to know the feeder
- [Is there a Hummingbird Flower?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/is-there-a-hummingbird-flower/) - Is there such a thing as a hummingbird flower? Yes, but it isn't a particular flower or type of plant, it is what attracts a hummingbird to it. Nectar is the primary food souce of the hummingbird. Ninety percent of its diet comes from nectar. It may surpise you to discover that the are at
- [Giant Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/giant-hummingbird/) - This very brief video clip is an excerpt from the BBC documentary entitled The Life of Birds.
- [Using Flowers to Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/using-flowers-to-attract-hummingbirds/) - I don't know about you but I pesonally can't wait for spring to arrive. Thank goodness, it is finally just around the corner. Thinking about the upcomming arrival of spring as gotten me to think more about how to more effectively use flowers to attract hummingbirds. Here are some things to keep in mind. Due to
- [Hummingbird Building  Her Nest Part 1](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-building-her-nest-part-1/) - This video is amazing! It takes place over a six day period and actually shows the female hummingbird constructing the nest. Most people never even have the opportunity to see a hummingbird nest, let alone have the opportunity to view the nest being constructed. I hope you enjoy the video as much as I myself did.
- [Hummingbirds Found in Maryland](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-found-in-maryland/) - Those of you who live in the state of Maryland can exspect to see two species of hummingbirds: the Ruby-throated Hummingbird and the Rufous Hummingbird. These birds will arrive in the area in April and they will depart the area in Sptember. As usual, the males will arrive first and the females will arrive about
- [Hummingbirds Perch a Great Deal](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-perch-a-great-deal/) - Many people have the mistaken idea that hummingbirds are in contant and prepetual motion. I must admit that I too had that mistaken idea before I started researching hummingbirds. As astonishing as this may sound, I have since discovered that hummingbirds actually spend about 80 percent of the time perched. A hummingbird will use many
- [Is there an Endangered Species of Hummingbird?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/is-there-an-endangered-species-of-hummingbird/) - Yes, there is an endangered species of hummingbird. According to the Defenders of Wildlife website, the only hummingbird listed under the Endangered Species Act is the Hook-billed Hermint Hummingbird. So, you may be wondering, what exactly is the Endangered Species Act? Well, let me explain. Under the Endangered Species Act the United States federal government is
- [Hummingbirds Eat Insects Also](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbirds-eat-insects-also/) - Insects are also an important part of the hummingbird's diet. The insects are a vital source of protein. A hummingbird will eat between 400-500 insects per day. It also may intrest you to discover that a hummingbird will eat more insects whenever it rains. I do not have an explaination for why this occurs.
- [How Long Does the Mirgratory Journey Take?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-long-does-the-mirgratory-journey-take/) - Have you ever wondered just how long it takes for a hummingbird to complete their migratory journey? If so, I have the answer for you. The actual answer depends on how often the hummingbird stops to rest along the way and where they are journying to and where they are returning from. For example, a
- [The Hummingbird Lady](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/the-hummingbird-lady/) - Her name is Linda Irwin, but all around Dixie, Arkansas she's better known as the "Hummingbird Lady." This video gives some basic information about hummingbirds as well as letting you see the hundreds of hummingbirds that visit her yard.
- [Happy Valentine's Day](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-valentines-day/) - Today is Valentine's Day. I hope that all of you have spent the day with someone that you love, whomever they may be. It is important to let those in our life know how much they mean to us. I feel very blessed to have so many people in my life that love and care about
- [History of the Classification System](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/history-of-the-classification-system/) - It was a Swedish naturalist named Carolus Linnaeus who devised the scientific classification system still in use today (kingdom, phylum, class, order and family). Hummingbirds were assigned their own family. It is called Trochilidae, from the Greek trochilos, which means small bird.
- [Female vs. Male Survival Rates](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/female-vs-male-survival-rates/) - According to a study conducted at the Powdermill Nature Reserve in Pennsylvania, female hummingbirds survive at a higher rate then male hummingbirds. The male hummingbirds had an average annual survivorship of 31 percent fcompared to 42 percent for females. The study didn’t offer an explanation as to why the female hummingbirds had the higher rate of survival.
- [The Imoprtance of Water to Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-imoprtance-of-water-to-hummingbirds/) - Water is important to hummingbirds as well as other birds. Here are some reasons which explain this that maybe you might not have ever considered before. Creating a water source will not only serve to help you attract hummingbirds more effectively but you will also be helping to ensure the survival of these birds. It may
- [Hummingbirds of Georgia](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-of-georgia/) - If you live in the state of Georgia and are an avid birdwatcher, I have some very good news for you. The state has plenty of hummingbird species for you to observe and enjoy. There are 11 different species of hummingbirds found in the state. These include the following species: the ruby-throated hummingbird, black-chinned hummingbird,
- [Hummingbird Garden Tips](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbird-garden-tips/) - Trees and shrubs should also be used in your hummingbird garden along with flowers that are known to attract hummingbirds. The trees and shrubs will help provide shade for the birds. Use perennials whenever possible because these will grow back year after year and this will provide the hummingbirds with a consistent food source. Hummingbirds have excellent
- [What's a Crop?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/whats-a-crop/) - The crop is is a specially modified part of the hummingbird's digestive system that stores the food immediately after it is taken in. The crop is filled whenever the hummingbird sips nectar. Once it is filled the hummingbird will rest in order to allow the crop to empty into the rest of the digestive system.
- [The Lifespan of the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-lifespan-of-the-hummingbird/) - Although most hummingbirds are found in the wild there are some that live in captivity. Those found in captivity are most likely found at zoos or aviaries. Have you ever wondered if there is a difference in the lifespan of a hummingbird depending on where it lives? If so, then I have the answer for
- [Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Lanscape](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/attracting-hummingbirds-to-your-lanscape/) - This video will ofer some tips on how to how to attract hummingbirds to your laandsape through the use of plants and also tells of the need to change the nectar solution in hummingbird feeders often.
- [Injured Left Sholder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/injured-left-sholder/) - I have been having pain in my left sholder for sometime now, so yesterday I went the doctor for a shot to help releave the pain. Well, that was a big mistake! Yes, I had the same shot before with great results, but this was a differnt doctor administering the shot. The sholder hurts wose
- [Plain-capped Starthroat Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/plain-capped-starthroat-hummingbird/) - The Plain-capped Starthroat Hummingbird is commonly found in Mexico and will rarely be known to visit southeast Arizona. The preferred habitats of this species of hummingbird include tropical deciduous forests, cottonwood-willow streamside forests, and oak woodlands. This species of hummingbird is a medium-sized hummingbird with iridescent bronze-green upperparts and head, red throat, white face
- [The Long-tailed Hermit Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-long-tailed-hermit-hummingbird/) - The Long-tailed Hermit Hummingbird has both a long curved bill and a long white tail. It also has a dark bronzy-brown crown (head) and body with a lighter chest and underside. The female of this species has a smaller wingspan than the male. This hummingbird species is typically found in the lowland edges of tropical
- [The Fearless Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-fearless-hummingbird/) - The hummingbird's fearless nature probably comes from the fact that it can outmaneuver almost any pray, unless it is taken by surprise. No other bird has more flying ability then the hummingbird. The hummingbird has the ability to fly up, down, sideways, backwards, even upside down! This is because most of its wing is made of hand bones instead of
- [Hummingbird Quote](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/240/) - The following comes from the a site called Famous Quotes. The quote really spoke to my heart and gave me a reminder that life is too short to only look at the past and that I need to focus on the here and now and not just the future. With the hectic and busy lives
- [In Cold Climates Remove Perches ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/in-cold-climates-remove-perches/) - According to the Kern River Preserve in in southern California, if you live in a very cold climate it is recommend that the perches be removed from your hummingbird feeders in the winter. Doing so will help ensure that hummingbirds keep their metabolism up while feeding in the cold temperatures. It is possible for a hummingbird
- [The Crimson Topaz Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-crimson-topaz-hummingbird/) - The Crimson Topaz Hummingbird is the largest hummingbird of Brazil and in the Andes only the Gaint Hummingbird is larger. The Crimson Topaz Hummingbird is difficult to view and photogtaph because this hummingbird is usually found 150 above the ground in the rainforest. The male of this species has highly distinctive tail feathers because they cross halfway
- [Names for a Group of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/names-for-a-group-of-hummingbirds/) - Have you ever seen a group of hummingbirds together and wondered if there was a name for such a gathering of these birds. Well, it seems that there are several names for a group of hummingbirds. These names include the following: a "bouquet", "glittering", "hover", "shimmer", and "tune" of hummingbirds. Who knew that there were so many
- [Avoid Illness or Injury to Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/avoid-illness-or-injury-to-hummingbirds/) - As a hummingbird enthusiast there are some things that you can do to help avoid contributing to the injury or illness of a hummingbird. The information listed below is intended to serve as a reminder, because no one would wish to harm the hummingbird. The hummingbird feeder must be kept clean at all times! The build-up
- [The Importance of Hummingbird Gorgets](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-importance-of-hummingbird-gorgets/) - The gorgets of a hummingbird are made up of flat iridescent feathers that flash bright colors whenever the sunlight is reflected at certain angles. It is only the male hummingbirds which have these iridescent feathers. The gorgets will serve many important purposes. The hummingbird lacks a "song" so the male will use the gorgets to
- [Hummingbird Mealtime](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-mealtime/) - This video shows a mother hummingbird feeding her baby. I enjoyed it because it isn't something that most of us will have the chance to witness for ourselves. I hope you will enoy it as well.
- [How Long Can a Hummingbird Hover?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-long-can-a-hummingbird-hover/) - One of the remakable qualities of the hummingbird is its ability to hover. Have you ever wondered how long a hummingbird can hover? The answer may shock you, as it did me. A scientific test revealed the amazing answer. The test revealed that hummingbirds have the remarkable abity to hover in one place for as long as 50
- [Young Hummingbirds and Mirgration](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/young-hummingbirds-and-mirgration/) - Hummingbirds will tipically follow the same migratoy route year after year. How does a young hummingbird that has just hatched learn the migratory route to take? The answer will probably surprise you. The newly hatched young have no memory of past migrations on which to rely. They do have the urge to put on a great
- [The Hatching of Hummingbird Eggs](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-hatching-of-hummingbird-eggs/) - Today’s post relates to an earlier post, so I need to offer some background information for those of you who may have missed the earlier entry. The earlier post was about the fact that female hummingbirds lay their eggs on different days rather then a few minutes or hours apart. Well, I just discovered something directly related
- [Evolution: How Does Evolution Really Work?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/evolution-how-evolution-really-work/) - This video takes place in Ecuador and examins how the process of natural selection operates in populations of rainforest hummingbirds.
- [Missing Anatomy Features ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/missing-anatomy-features/) - The anatomy of the hummingbird is quite unique among some mammals and other birds. What makes it so unique and different is that that they have a number of missing parts. This post will examine what they are and explain why this occurred. Hummingbirds have no bladder or gall bladder! Without a bladder, where is the
- [Gain the Attention of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/gain-the-attention-of-hummingbirds/) - The use of a hummingbird feeder is a very simple and easy way to attract hummingbirds. Then the question becomes, “where is the best place to hang the feeder?” There is no perfect answer to this question, but the guidelines listed below will help you select where you wish to place your hummingbird feeder or feeders.
- [A Little Hummingbird History](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-little-hummingbird-history/) - Hummingbirds have been around for longer then you might ever imagine. The information that follows comes from the World of Hummingbirds. The hummingbird first appreared in artwork in the year 1829, which gave the birds worldwide exposure. The first known book on the subject of hummingbirds was published in 1940 by a man named Bent.
- [What is Natural Pest Control?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/what-is-natural-pest-control/) - Natural pest control is nature’s version of insect repellant without the use of harmful chemicals. Traditional pesticides are harmful to hummingbirds and should never be used because the hummingbird can ingest the pesticide while feeding on insects and spiders. Plants such as marigold and mint will act as natural insect repellents. Attracting lady bugs to
- [More Then One Nest](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/more-then-one-nest/) - Even in nature, it seems as if a mother’s work is never done. Did you know that it is possible for the female hummingbird to care for more than one nest at the same time? This surprising fact is something which I myself just recently discovered. The female might be building another nest at the same she is
- [Tips on Hummingbird Feeder Placement](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/tips-on-hummingbird-feeder-placement/) - The use of a feeder is probably one of the easiest ways to attract hummingbirds. Where you place your feeder is very important. It is my hope that the following tips will help you select the proper location for your feeder. The feeder should be placed in the shade, because this will help prevent the
- [Hummingbirds in Freezing Temperatures](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/hummingbirds-in-freezing-temperatures/) - Depending on where live, you may see some hummingbirds well after freezing temperatures have chased most hummingbirds south! It never ceases to amaze me that these little dynamos survive for days in freezing temperatures but they do. If you still have hummingbirds in your area, don't take your feeder down. The hummingbird needs a reliable and depenable food
- [Little Known Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/little-known-hummingbird-facts/) - I just love trivia facts. I can discover trivia facts on any subject and then when the opportunity presents itself I love to amaze my friends and family with the information. I am constantly discovering new facts about hummingbirds that I never before knew. Well, now I can share this information with all of you.
- [Why Migrate Alone?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-migrate-alone/) - Have you ever wondered why hummingbirds migrate alone? If so, this post will provide you will some explainations. Hummingbirds must stop quite frequently to feed at flowers, so it is easier on the birds to travel alone rather then having to wait on one another while this occurs. There is no real advantage to hummingbirds traveling
- [Never Microwave Nectar Solution](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/never-microwave-nectar-solution/) - Because it is alright to boil hummingbird nectar solution, have you ever considered putting it in the microwave oven to bring it to a boil? If so, I’m sure you are not alone. This is a huge mistake and should never be done! Here is what I discovered on this subject. You should never use the microwave
- [Hummingbirds Edit 2008](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirds-edit-2008/) - This video is made up of photographs of hummingbirds from the Oregon Coast. Many of the photos are very beautiful and capture the birds up close. I am not sure why the video is entitled as it is if the photos were taken in 2007, but the title I have given it is what the video
- [Why Separate Territories?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-separate-territories/) - Did you know that female and male hummingbirds form separate territories? Well, they do. Do you know why? If not, this post will give you the answer. The female has her own separate territory where the nest is built. The female does not want the male in the area where the nest is built, because the male’s brightly
- [Birds of Belize-Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/birds-of-belize-hummingbirds/) - This video shows many species of hummingbirds found in Belize, many of which may not be found in the United States. The video includes the following species: the Stripe-Throated Hermit, White-Bellied Emerald, Rufous-Tailed Hummingbird, Scaly-Breasted Hummingbird.
- [The Hummingbird’s Beak](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbird’s-beak/) - The beak is very important to the hummingbird, because it is what they use to probe into the flowers. On these tiny birds, the beak can seem quite unusual or out of proportion to their body size. Here are some facts about the beak of a hummingbird that you may not have known before. It is my hope that
- [How Quickly Do Hummingbirds Digest Nectar?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-quickly-do-hummingbirds-digest-nectar/) - The hummingbird can digest nectar very rapidly and efficiently. The nectar will pass entirely through the hummingbird's digestive system in less than 20 minutes! Due to the large amount of fluid a hummingbird will intake each day, a hummingbird's daily urine output may exceed 80 percent of its body weight, whenever nectar is found to be
- [Why Use a Monopod or Tripod?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/why-use-a-monopod-or-tripod/) - Photographing hummingbirds can be difficult challenge. After all, these birds move extremely quickly, so any help to improve the odds of getting a good shot are appreciated right? Well, my advice would be to use a monopod or tripod whenever photographing hummingbirds. There are several reasons for this. Let me explain. The tips listed below are not my
- [The Buff-bellied Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-buff-bellied-hummingbird/) - This Buff-bellied Hummingbird is unique among most other species of hummingbirds. Do you know why? The reason for this is because unlike most other species of hummingbirds, Buff-bellied Hummingbirds are alike in color, thus making it much harder to determine the males from the females. The Buff-bellied Hummingbird is found mostly in Mexico, but will also
- [Bats Like Nectar Too](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/bats-like-nectar-too/) - In the southwest, especially near the Mexican border, bats can be a problem at your hummingbird feeders. Why is this? Well, it seems that the bats love the nectar solution just like the hummingbirds do. If you should encounter this problem there are things you can do to solve this unusual issue. Try the things listed below and the
- [High Sugar Concentration](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/high-sugar-concentration/) - The sugar content of most hummingbird flowers is about 25%. If you want to make your sugar solution closer to this then use 3 parts water to one part sugar. This sugar concentration, approximately 23% by weight, is closer to the nectar content of most hummingbird flowers. This mixture will also freeze more slowly in the winter.
- [More Facts about Torpor](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/more-facts-about-torpor/) - What is torpor? It is a state similar to hibernation. It is a type of deep sleep where an animal lowers its hart and metabolic rate. Hummingbirds must enter this state to ensure that the birds won't actually starve to death before down During a state of torpor, a hummingbird will lower its body temperature between 20-50
- [Rescued Baby Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/rescued-baby-hummingbirds/) - This video shows rescued baby hummingbirds. Unfortunately, I can't tell you where the birds were rescued from or where the vido was shot. I found the video intresting because so many of the birds seemed to be in some sort of cage. I hope that this was only a temporary measure to allow the birds to
- [Named for Royalty](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/named-for-royalty/) - Today’s post is of a fun or somewhat less serious nature, but I hope you will still find it informative. Did you know that some hummingbird species have been named after royalty? Well, it is true. Here are a few examples. The Anna’s Hummingbird was named for a 19th-century duchess, Anna Massena. The Magnificent Hummingbird was
- [Abandoned Hummingbird or Not?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/abandoned-hummingbird-or-not/) - Have you ever seen a young hummingbird alone in the nest and worried that it was abandoned by its mother? If so, you are not alone. How do you determine if this has occurred or not? Let me explain. You should observe the nest for quite sometime continuously, at least an hour or so maybe more, to
- [Merry Christmas](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/merry-christmas/) - Christmas 2008 is upon us and I want to wish each of you a very Merry Christmas. Wherever and however you choose to spend the day, I sincerely hope that each of you are fortunate enough to be surrounded by those that you love the most. That has to be is one of life's greatest
- [Nectar: To Boil or Not to Boil?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/nectar-to-boil-or-not-to-boil/) - People often wonder if nectar solution should be boiled or not. This is a question that I have been asked over and over and therefore I will now address the issue in this post. There seems to be many differing opinions on this matter, but I personally believe that it is best boil hummingbird nectar solution. Let
- [Vines that Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/vines-that-attract-hummingbirds/) - I don’t like winter at all. I can’t stand to be cold whatsoever. In my ideal world, at least in my opinion, the temperature should always remain between 70-80 degrees year round. Also, regardless of where you live, there would be hummingbirds around throughout the year, no matter the season. In southeast Texas there are no hummingbirds in the
- [Perennials Which Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/perennials-which-attract-hummingbirds/) - The following are some types of perennials that are known to attract hummingbirds. It is my hope these suggestions will enspire you to want to think about what you can plant in your own yard to help attract the hummingbirds. Due to the fact that each area of the country has different planting zones or
- [It is Officially Winter](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/it-is-officially-winter/) - According to our local meteorologist, today is the first official day of winter. I know that many of you are probably thinking that you have been experiencing winter weather for some time already now. I understand. I’m just letting you know that according to the calendar it is now officially the winter season. That said, I thought I’d offer
- [Use Red to Entice Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/use-red-to-entice-hummingbirds/) - Entice the hummingbirds to your garden by planting something red, because this will entice them to stay and check out all your flowers, regardless of their color, in order to determine those that are good nectar sources. You can also put red or orange surveyors tape or ribbons on your hummingbird feeders as another way
- [Photographing a Hummingbird at a Flower](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/photographing-a-hummingbird-at-a-flower/) - Capturing a clear photo of a hummingbird can be a very difficult thing to do. These birds are amazingly quick and do not remain in one place for very long, so this task is often made even more difficult. If you want to photograph a hummingbird feeding at a particular flower, then the information that follows should
- [Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Yard](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/attracting-hummingbirds-to-your-yard/) - This video offers all kinds of tips on attracting hummingbirds to your yard. You can use feeders, hanging baskets or a garden. To discover the valuable information on this subject, watch this informative video. Enjoy!
- [I'm in the Hospital](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/im-in-the-hospital/) - This is to let you know that I'm in the hospital. Due to the personal nature of the issue, I won't discuss the reason for the hospitalization. Athough I can't say this with absolute certainty, I don't think I will remain hospitalized for too long. I just wanted to explain why there won't be any new post
- [A Few Trivia Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/a-few-trivia-facts/) - Most hummingbirds have eight pairs of ribs. The Aztec god Huitzilopochtli is often depicted as a hummingbird. Hummingbirds will reject flower types that produce nectar which is less than 12% sugar and prefer those whose sugar content is around 25%. It may surprise you to learn that hummingbirds do not spend all of their time
- [Flowers Which Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/flowers-which-attract-hummingbirds/) - Many people wanting to attract hummingbirds want to know how to do so other then through the use of a hummingbird feeder. The answer is to plant flowers that are native to your area of the country. While not every flower listed below may grow in your specific region of the country, you will likely find some useful seggestions
- [It Snowed!](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/it-snowed/) - Late last night and into the early morning hours, it snowed in Southeast Texas. This is totally amazing because this is such a rare occurrence here. Just how rare? The last time it occurred here was back in 1988! The area received between 3-4 inches. For those of you who live where it regularly snows a great deal, I am
- [Various Hummingbird Ranges](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/various-hummingbird-ranges/) - It is in South America that you will find the widest variety of hummingbirds and more than half the species are found there. Ecuador, which is located in northwestern South America, has the largest number of any one country with 163 different species. In Mexico, there are over fifty species that regularly breed there. There are sixteen or
- [Hummingbirds in Native American Culture](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-in-native-american-culture/) - The Taino Native American people were the first people to meet Columbus in 1492. The hummingbird is an important symbol in Native American culture. It is seen as the symbol of the spreader of life on the Earth. It also symbolizes the rebirth of the Taino Indian Nation of the Caribbean and Florida. They call their
- [The Hummingbird’s Diet](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-hummingbird’s-diet/) - Sugar water is insufficient as a long-term diet for hummingbirds and they can’t live on this alone. This mix only provides the carbohydrates they need. Hummingbirds also need fats and proteins that normally come from tiny insects. You can purchase Nektar-Plus, a water-soluble balanced hummingbird formula, from a local veterinarian who specializes in bird care.
- [Hummingbirds are Non-Social](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbirds-are-non-social/) - Just to give you some idea of how non-social and fiercely independent hummingbirds are by nature, hummingbirds do not depend on one another when trying to locate food or to fend off predators. These birds view each other as competitors for the nectar on which they depend. Male and female hummingbirds do not form a
- [Hummingbirds Lay Their Eggs on Different Days!](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/hummingbirds-lay-their-eggs-on-different-days/) - I just recently discoved something absolutely amazing about female hummingbirds. They lay their eggs on different days rather then minutes or hours apart! Did you know this? I did not know this until doing some reasearch recently on the subeject of hummingbirds. This is the type of interesting and usual information about hummingbirds that I would
- [SEVEN SPECIES OF GUATEMALAN HUMMINGBIRDS](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/seven-species-of-guatemalan-hummingbirds/) - This video combines the use of video and still photos to show seven different species of hummingbirds which are found in Guatemala. This video was shot by someone there while in their backyard. Enjoy the video!
- [The First Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/the-first-hummingbird-feeder/) - The first commercially-available hummingbird feeder was designed by Laurence J. Webster for his wife. The idea came about after he had read a 1928 National Geographic story about feeding hummingbirds from small glass bottles. It was between 1929 and 1935 that Webster had his design produced by an MIT lab glassblower (possibly James Ryan). In 1947,
- [The Treat of Extinction](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-treat-of-extinction/) - There are roughly between 330 and 340 species of hummingbirds. The exact number that is quoted will often depend on the source which you are consulting. It may shock you, as it did me, to learn that there are twenty-eight (28) species which are threatened with extinction. This is according to an analysis by Birdlife International.
- [Provide Multiple Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/provide-multiple-feeders/) - Those of us who enjoy attracting hummingbirds have probably witnessed what I’ll call "hummingbird wars.” There is always one hummingbird that thinks the feeder is theirs and tries their best to drive the other birds away. This is because hummingbirds are so extremely territorial and aggressive. The information below should help you with this problem. The best way to
- [What is a Lek?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-a-lek/) - A lek is when a bunch of male hummingbirds, as many as 100, will get together and sing for the females. If a female appears to be interested in a particular male then he will dance for her. If the female likes the dance preformed by the male then they will mate. The act
- [The Longest Bill](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-longest-bill/) - Did you know that there is a hummingbird with a bill that is longer then its body? Do you know the name of the species to which I am referring? If not then you will discover something about hummingbirds that you did not yet know. The strange looking species of hummingbird to which I am referring
- [Just How Much Do Hummingbirds Eat?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/just-how-much-do-hummingbirds-eat/) - You may have heard that a hummingbird can starve to death quite quickly, in as little as two hours. Due to this, hummingbirds must eat frequently, between 5 and 8 times an hour. Have you ever wondered just how much hummingbirds eat? The answer may surprise you. No other animal on earth has a faster metabolism then
- [What is the oldest Mention of Hummingbirds?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/what-is-the-oldest-mention-of-hummingbirds/) - Have you ever wondered when hummingbirds first became known? If so , I have the answer for you. Hope you find it to be as interesting and surprising as I myself did. The oldest historical mention of hummingbirds dates back to the Tiano Native Americans, around the time of Columbus. .
- [Happy Thanksgiving!](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-thanksgiving/) - Hello everyone! I hope that each of you are having a very blessed holiday. However and wherever you choose to spend your day, take the time to appreciate all of life's many blessings. Life is far too short to do otherwise. I know that I myself have far too many to do otherwise. To all my
- [Is Too Good a Habitat Possible?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/is-too-good-a-habitat-possible/) - Is there such a thing as having too good a hummingbird habitat? Believe it or not, this is quite possible. Let me explain what I mean by this. If there are too many plants, flowers, or shrubs in your area which attract hummingbirds, then the birds may have no need to visit the feeders in
- [Nectar Solution Ratio in the Winter](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/nectar-solution-ratio-in-the-winter/) - During the winter months you will have fewer hummingbirds visiting your hummingbird feeders, but this is not to say that the feeders don’t still provide a vital source of nourishment to the birds that visit your feeders. In the winter, you may wish to change your ratio used to make your nectar solution from the usual
- [Hummingbird Love](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-love/) - This short video clip shows a pair of hummingbirds feeding at the same feeder, from the same hole at the same time. The person who filmed this video was holding the feeder in one hand and the camera in the other one. Due to the extremely territorial nature of hummingbirds, I certainly never thought two birds would feed from
- [Computer Troubles](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/computer-troubles/) - Technology is a wonderful thing when it is working properly, but very frustrating whenever it isn’t. That is my situation. My computer has been giving me all kinds of problems recently, it will freeze up in the middle of use, it takes several attempts to reboot successfully and the CD ROM drive won’t read a disk. Each time
- [The Amazing Heart of a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-amazing-heart-of-a-hummingbird/) - It may interest you to know, of all bird species, hummingbirds have the largest known relative heart size. The heart represents 2.4 percent of their body weight. This is quite large for such a tiny bird. An active hummingbird can have an incredibly fast heart rate. A rate of 1260 beats per minute was measured in a Blue-throated Hummingbird.
- [Where are Hummingbirds Found?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/where-are-hummingbirds-found/) - Hummingbirds are found only in the Americas. The majority of species occur in tropical Central and South America, but several species also breed in temperate areas. Only the Ruby-throated Hummingbird breeds in continental North America and can be found east of the Mississippi River and Great Lakes. The Black-chinned Hummingbird, a close relative of the Ruby-throated Hummingbird
- [The Tiny Bee Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-tiny-bee-hummingbird/) - Have you ever heard a buzzing noise and thought it was a bee only to discover that it wasn’t a bee at all? Well, then what was it? It was most likely a Bee Hummingbird. This post will provide you with some interesting information on the smallest bird in the world—the Bee Hummingbird. The male bee hummingbird is
- [Tips for the Winter Feeding of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/tips-for-the-winter-feeding-of-hummingbirds/) - In the winter, you will want to only fill your feeder half-full, due to a decrease in the number of birds that will likely be visiting your feeder. You will want to change the nectar weekly, rather then every 3-4 days, to ensure that the nectar has not spoiled. A spoiled food source will drive the birds
- [Are There More Winter Hummingbirds?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/are-there-more-winter-hummingbirds/) - In the past 10-15 years, hummingbird feeding has become increasingly more popular and therefore many more people have placed hummingbird feeders in their yard and are maintaining them. The increased number of feeders means that people “forget” and leave their feeders up past Labor Day. Many people believe that to be the traditional date for taking down
- [Get Out and Vote!](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/get-out-and-vote/) - Today is Election Day 2008 in the United States. This is the day that we as American citizens have the right to go to the polls and cast our ballot for the candidates of our choice. I don’t know about you but I was truly beginning to wonder if this day would actually ever truly arrive, because
- [When Different Species of Hummingbird Migrate](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/when-different-species-of-hummingbird-migrate/) - There are far too many species of hummingbirds to mention every variety in this post, but this information will give you some general information on the migration of several different species of hummingbirds. Ruby-throated Hummingbird Migration Ruby-throated Hummingbirds normally spend the winter in Central America. From March through May they migrate north, some through the eastern
- [Hummingbird Poem](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/hummingbird-poem/) - A flash of harmless lightning, A mist of rainbow dyes, The burnished sunbeams brightening From flower to flower he flies.. ~John Banister Tabb Humming Bird
- [Hummingbird Banding in Colombia](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-banding-in-colombia/) - This video combines the use of video and still highlights from a hummingbird banding workshop in southwestern Colombia in March 2007. The workshop was sponsored by The Hummingbird Conservancy and taught by biologists from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory. I especially enjoyed the still highlights myself because it allowed me to see the birds up close.
- [Hummingbirds on the Nest](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/hummingbirds-on-the-nest/) - Hummingbirds lay the smallest eggs of any species of bird. Normally, the female will lay two extremely tiny eggs. To try and give you some idea just how tiny the eggs are consider this: each egg is less than half an inch long; this is half the size of a jellybean! It may surprise you to learn that it
- [Female Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/female-hummingbird/) - Here is a female hummingbird getting a drink from a feeder. I am unable to determine the species of the bird. I just like the photo because the bird seems as if it is getting plenty to drink. Also, I like how the photo shows the wings being a total blur because they are beating so fast. That
- [What Enables the Hummingbird to Hover?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-enables-the-hummingbird-to-hover/) - Whenever a bird flaps its wing forward it creates forces called 'lift' and 'thrust', and it is these forces which move the bird up and forward. Hummingbirds have the ability to rotate their wings backward, thus creating downward 'lift' and backward 'thrust'. By alternating flapping their wings forward and backward, the up and down forces
- [Happy Birthday, Sis!](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-birthday-sis/) - I am from a very close knit family. In our family birthdays are to be celebrated. Just so you know, I have three sisters and two brothers, all of whom are older than me. Today marks my oldest sister, Katia’s 53rd birthday. Can you believe it mom; your oldest child is 53 years old? I don’t know about
- [A Fatal Sting](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/a-fatal-sting/) - Did you know that a single sting from a bee or wasp can be fatal to a hummingbird? Well, it can be and the reason for this is because the hummingbird is so tiny and as a result the hummingbird has very little body mass to help it absorb the venom that is injucted into the
- [Weather Related Dangers Faced by the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/weather-related-dangers-faced-by-the-hummingbird/) - A heavy freeze can kill a hummingbird. Hummingbirds are among the smallest of all warm-blooded animals, and they also lack the insulating downy feathers that are typical for many other bird species. Due to their small body size and lack of insulation, hummingbirds rapidly lose body heat to their surroundings. Extreme heat or drought can also
- [Hummingbird Rescue](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-rescue/) - This video is about a hummingbird that was trapped in someone's screened porch and how they rescued it and nursed it back to health. This video is put to the music of Mark Harrison "Wings" and depicts their experience of rescuing the hummingbird.
- [No Bird House for the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/no-bird-house-for-the-hummingbird/) - While many species of birds use bird houses for their home, the hummingbird does not do so. Therefore, you cannot purchase or build a bird house for a hummingbird. It is my hope that this post will help explain why hummingbirds do not use bird houses. Hummingbirds are not cavity nesting birds. A hummingbird will make
- [The Ability to Hover](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-ability-to-hover/) - The ability to hover is very important to a hummingbird. The hummingbird has the ability to due so better then other species of bird. Have you ever wondered why the hummingbird’s ability to hover is so good? If so, this post will provide you with the answer. Hummingbirds have the ability to hover better than any other
- [The Smallest Hummingbird: The Bee Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-smallest-hummingbird-the-bee-hummingbird/) - The smallest hummingbird in the world is the Bee Hummingbird. This amazingly tiny bird is found in Cuba and is only 2 inches long and weighs less than 0.04 ounces. Isn’t that amazing? I often wonder how something so very small manages to survive. How about you? This tiny hummingbird beats its wings 80 times per second. It
- [Powdery Mildew](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/powdery-mildew/) - Mark Viette tells about solving the problem of powdery mildew in your butterfly and hummingbird garden.
- [How to Identify Black-Chinned Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-to-identify-black-chinned-hummingbirds/) - When trying to identify the male Black-chinned Hummingbird there are several distinct identifying features to look for. The adult male has a more distinct black chin over purple gorget, looks black headed, has a short and slightly forked tail, their bill is long, slightly curved and light in color, and their tail tends to end
- [Gone but Never Forgotten](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/gone-but-never-forgotten/) - Today marks the second anniversary of your death mom. In many ways it seems as if your death occurred just the other day and in other ways it seems as if it happend a lifetime ago. Either way, I still miss you each and every single day. I just wanted to let you know that
- [What Does a Hummingbird Eat?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/what-does-a-hummingbird-eat/) - The hummingbirds diet consist of nectar, both from flowers and hummingbird feeders, and insects. Nectar is the primary food source, but insects are also neccessary as a source of protein. 90 percent of the hummingbird’s diet consists of nectar from flowers or feeders. The hummingbird will eat between 5-8 times per hour for about 30
- [How Does a Hummingbird Awaken from Torpor?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-does-a-hummingbird-awaken-from-torpor/) - Torpor is a state similar to hibernation. Hummingbirds must enter this state to ensure that the birds won't actually starve to death before down. Torpor is a type of deep sleep where an animal lowers its hart and metabolic rate. In a state of torpor the hummingbird lowers its metabolic rate by as much as 95%. A
- [What is Hawking?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/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.
- [What is Hummingbird Banding?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-is-hummingbird-banding/) - Have you ever wondered what is meant by the term “banding”? Many people have heard of the term but are not entirely clear on just what the term means. It is my hope that this post will give you a better understanding of just what “banding” means. “Banding" is when a hummingbird is temporarily trapped and
- [What Makes a Perfect Flower to a Hummingbird?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/what-makes-a-perfect-flower-to-a-hummingbird/) - The flower must provide a large amount of nectar with a substantial sugar content to support the demanding hummingbird life style. The sugar content should average about 26 percent; amazingly enough this is double what you get in a soft drink. The nectar should not be too concentrated and sticky because hummingbirds rely on a
- [Hummingbird Flowers](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-flowers/) - Don't let the fact that you have a limited amout of space, like a small deck , keep you from trying to attract hummingbirds, because it can be successfully done. You just have plant the right types of flowers to attract them. This video shows them eating from Fuschia triphylla, 'Lady in Red' salvia, Mexican
- [What Not to Use in Your Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/what-not-to-use-in-your-hummingbird-feeders/) - When wanting to make your own nectar solution, you should never use honey, artificial sweeteners, or food coloring when making nectar. These may be harmful to the birds. Honey should not be used to feed hummingbirds because it attracts bees and favors the growth of a black fungus that causes a fatal liver and
- [Do Hummingbirds Molt?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/do-hummingbirds-molt/) - I was recently asked, "do hummingbirds molt?' Yes, they indeed do. It is my hope that the information below will help inform you on this subject. By the time fall migration comes, many hummingbirds are relying on worn-out feathers. They will begin to molt anytime from September to November, while out of view of most U.S. and
- [Ruby Throated Hummingbirds in Centeral Florida](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/ruby-throated-hummingbirds-in-centeral-florida/) - This video consist of a series of still phographs of the Ruby Throated Hummingbird. The photos are truly beautiful and give the individual the opportunity to view this species of hummingbird very closely. This video shows some Ruby Throated hummingsbirds in the Black Hammock, Oviedo, FL, that show up from early spring to late summer.
- [How Quickly Does a Hummingbird Digest Nectar?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/how-quickly-does-a-hummingbird-digest-nectar/) - Have you ever before wondered just how long does it takes a hummingbird to digest nectar? This is the type of intersting fact about hummingbirds that my mom would have wanted to know an answer for and she would have sent me in search of it for her. Well, mom or anyone else reading this, there
- [The Brilliant Colors of Hummingbird Feathers](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-brilliant-colors-of-hummingbird-feathers/) - Some of the hummingbird’s feathers actually change color as they move into the light. Only male hummingbirds have the brilliant iridescent throat feathers. Sometimes the name of a species of hummingbird can describe the beautiful and fancy feathers. The brilliant iridescent throat feathers on the male hummingbird serve two very important functions: attracting a female and defending their
- [Violet-Crowned Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/violet-crowned-hummingbird/) - According to what source you consult, you will find different information about where this particular species of hummingbird is found. Let me explain just what I mean. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s site, this species of hummingbird is found in extreme west Texas, on the Edward’s Plateau, in south Texas and on the coast.
- [Flowers Which Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/flowers-which-attract-hummingbirds/) - If you are a hummingbird enthusiast, you will know that they love brightly colored flowers. These vary from area to area but Salvia, Buddleia, Nicotiana and Callistemon (Bottle Brush) are universally popular. The next option, thriving between zones 2-9, is Delphiniums. They can grow up to five feet tall, so they are best used near
- [Hummingbird Migration Myth](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-migration-myth/) - One of the most frequent myths about hummingbirds is that they migrate by riding on the backs of geese. I have always found it difficult to believe that anyone would actually believe this myth, but believe me they do. You would not believe how often I have been asked about this. This myth is simply
- [Male Anna's Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/male-annas-hummingbird/) - The photo above is of a male Anna's Hummingbird. You can tell that it is a male in the photo because of the deep rose-red crown and gorget that extends to the sides of the neck. This bird has increased its population and expanded its breeding range in recent years to Vancouver, British Colombia, and east
- [Attracting Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/attracting-hummingbirds/) - In this video Mark Viette's explains why using many feeders thoughout the garden is a good idea and why he uses clear nectar in his hummingbird feeders. I hope this video will encourage you to have a wide variety of plants and use many hummingbird feeders in your garden. Enjoy the hummingbirds everyone!
- [Are There More Hummingbirds After a Hurricane?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/are-there-more-hummingbirds-after-a-hurricane/) - Here in southeast Texas, prior to the two recent hurricanes, Gustav and Ike, this area was not having a great deal of hummingbird activity. I can't explain the reason for this. Following each of the recent hurricans, there has been an increase in the amout of hummingbirds seen in the area. Once again, I am unable to explain
- [How Much Nectar Does a Hummingbird Need?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/how-much-nectar-does-a-hummingbird-need/) - It can often seem like hummingbirds eat non-stop, but this is simply not true. Yes, hummingbirds do have an extremely high metabolic rate, but they do not eat until they are full at every opportunity. So, what determines the amount of nectar that hummingbird needs to eat? The amount of nectar that a hummingbird must intake
- [How to Attracthummingbirds to Your Yard](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/how-to-attracthummingbirds-to-your-yard/) - This video shows you how to attract hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden by growing the Cardinal Flower.
- [What Happens to Hummingbirds During a Hurricane?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-happens-to-hummingbirds-during-a-hurricane/) - Have you ever wondered how hummingbirds are affected by hurricanes? Living along the Gulf Coast, in southeast Texas, I know that this is some thing that I have often wondered about myself. Until yesterday, while doing some searching on the Internet, I never knew an answer to this question. What follows is some very interesting and informative information
- [Creating a Habitat to Entice the Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/creating-a-habitat-to-entice-the-hummingbirds/) - Do you wish to create a habitat that will attract hummingbirds? If so, then it must have variety. As more and more of the hummingbird’s natural habitat has been lost due to increased population and urban development, the need to create alternate habitat sources has become even more important then ever before. It is my hope that this
- [After Ike...Home is Oh So Sweet!](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/after-ikehome-is-oh-so-sweet/) - Hello Everyone! It is really good to be back with all of you once again. As you are all aware Hurricane Ike recently slammed into the Gulf Coast region. As a result, the area was under a manditory evacuation order and people were told to leave the area for our own safety or stay at
- [Hurricane Ike](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/hurricane-ike/) - Hurricane season 2008 has been extremely active. I am writing this post in advance, just in case we are forced to evacuate the area. Today is Tuesday and as of current predictions, Hurricane Ike is predicted to make landfall somewhere between Corpus Christi and Brownsville, Texas sometime later this week. As everyone probably knows, the projected path of
- [Ruby-Throated Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_pictures/ruby-throated-hummingbird/) - Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are found throughout the eastern part of Texas and the U.S. and southern Canada. They migrate to Mexico south through Costa Rica for the winter. They must gain critical bodyweight before attempting to cross the Gulf of Mexico. The hummingbirds will nearly double their weight (from about 3.25 grams to 6 grams) before
- [Anna's Hummingbird's Mating Behavior](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/annas-hummingbirds-mating-behavior/) - The courtship of Anna's hummingbird (Calypte annae) is marked by the extraordinary display of the male soaring and diving in flight. After mating, the female gathers materials to build a nest and during this time the female will make 150 trips per day to gather the materials to build the nest. The nest building process
- [Distinguishing Female Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/distinguishing-female-hummingbirds/) - Trying to learn to distinguish a female hummingbird is quite difficult. It is important to study field guide carefully. It is also important to study about the status and distribution of the various species. The information contained in this list can also be used to assist you with your efforts: The female Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds and
- [Identifying the Various Parts of a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/identifying-the-various-parts-of-a-hummingbird/) - Identifying various species of hummingbirds can often be quite difficult, especially if you don’t have a lot of experience at it or even depending on the particular species of bird. It is my hope that these few tips will help you in your efforts to identify the various species that you see in your area of
- [Young Hummingbirds Are Not Taught to Fly](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/young-hummingbirds-are-not-taught-to-fly/) - It is a common myth is that adult hummingbirds teach their young to fly. This is simply not true! Young hummingbirds instinctively know how to fly. When a young hummingbird is nearing the end of their nesting phase, they begin to rapidly start fluttering their wings and this causes them to briefly lift off the nest. This first flight
- [Other Names for Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/other-names-for-hummingbirds/) - The Spanish have some very interesting names for hummingbirds and these names are also very descriptive of the hummingbird’s behavior. These names include the following: Chupaflor or flower-sucker Picaflor or flower nibbler The Portuguese refer to the hummingbird as Beija-flor or Flower-kisser. It may also interest you to know that not every species of hummingbird
- [Praying Mantis Devours a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/praying-mantis-devours-a-hummingbird/) - The praying mantis is one of a wide variety of predators of the hummingbird. It may surprise you, as it did me, to learn that praying mantis will successfully capture, kill, and eat a hummingbird. Due to the lightning-fast manner in which the insect strikes it is often assured of success. It may take over a day for
- [The Mighty Heart of the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-mighty-heart-of-the-hummingbird/) - Of all bird species, hummingbirds have the largest known relative heart size. The heart represents 2.4 percent of their body weight. The heart of a hummingbird is an extremely durable organism that weighs only five or six grams. It is the size of a cranberry and it averages 500 beats a minute, while it is perched. According to an
- [Hummingbirds and Nectar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbirds-and-nectar/) - Many people tend to perceive the hummingbird as constantly needing to eat. This is not entirely accurate. Yes, hummingbirds do possess extremely high metabolic rates, but the hummingbird does not eat constantly. On average, a hummingbird will eat between 5-8 times an hour with each feeding lasting about 30 seconds in length. The amount of nectar that
- [Buzz...Bees and Wasp are Also Predators of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/buzzbees-and-wasp-are-also-predators-of-hummingbirds/) - Have you ever thought of bees and wasp as being predators of hummingbirds before? If you are like me, then this had never occurred to you before. I recently discovered that bees and wasp can indeed be predators of the hummingbird. Let me explain. It seems that other insects, particularly bees and wasps have the ability to
- [Do Hummingbirds Sing?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/do-hummingbirds-sing/) - How do you describe the sound a hummingbird makes? This is somewhat difficult to do, but the sound a hummingbird makes isn’t a true “song.” Hummingbirds will vocalize by making chirping notes. The call of a hummingbird is made up of a series of short buzz trills and chirps. Hummingbirds' wings 'buzz' or make a whirring sound
- [A Hummingbird's Need to Fight](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-hummingbirds-need-to-fight/) - Hummingbirds will fight whenever it is necessary. It is rare for the hummingbird to be injured during a fight and they do not attack humans. They will fight for nectar, insects, and to guard and defend their territory. Hummingbirds will use their bills and claws as weapons. Sometimes, the birds may even collide with one another.
- [Creating an Effective Hummingbird Habitat](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/creating-an-effective-hummingbird-habitat/) - The exact habitat requirements for each species of hummingbird are different. The tips offered in this post are very general and are not intended to help to attract a particular species of hummingbird. The general nature of these tips should ensure that they can be used by anyone interested in creating a hummingbird habitat. One key
- [The Magnificent Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-magnificent-hummingbird/) - This species of hummingbird was formerly known as the Refulgent Hummingbird or Rivoli's Hummingbird until the mid-1980s. At that time, it then became commonly known as the Magnificent Hummingbird, which thought to be due to its spectacular plumage. This bird was named after M. Massena, the Duke of Rivoli, in 1829 by French naturalist, Rene P.
- [When Should Feeders Be Taken Down?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/when-should-feeders-be-taken-down/) - It is getting to be the time of year when many people start seeing fewer hummingbirds. Also, cooler weather isn’t far off, so this means the hummingbirds will soon begin their migration. Have you been wondering when to take down your hummingbird feeders? If so, this post is written with you in mind. It is impossible to
- [Proper Hummingbird Feeder Maintenance](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/proper-hummingbird-feeder-maintenance/) - Many people have hummingbird feeders in their yard, but quite often they aren't always sure how to properly maintain them. This post will help inform you about how to properly maintain your feeders, and thus hopefully ensure that you will have an abundance of hummingbirds visiting your yard on a regular basis. It is important
- [Why Hummingbirds Aren’t Visiting Your Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/why-hummingbirds-aren’t-visiting-your-feeders/) - Many people who put up hummingbird feeders may still not be attracting the birds or maybe they were at one time attracting the birds only to have them stop visiting their feeders. This is a situation that can be very complex. The information which follows should offer some insight into this matter. One explanation could be
- [The Courtship of Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-courtship-of-hummingbirds/) - Hummingbirds court visually. The male may raise his feathers edging the gorget and shake his head from side to side, all the while, making shrill noises. He also does dive displays, accompanied by various sounds made vocally or by the wing feathers. Alternatively, the male may perform a shuttle dance involving flying back and forth
- [Sugar Water as Hummingbird Food](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/sugar-water-as-hummingbird-food/) - Probably the easiest way to attract hummingbirds to your yard is by filling your bird feeder with a sugar water hummingbird food. This is a simple and nice gesture towards these extremely agile and pretty little creatures that come into your yard or garden. Hummingbirds are amazing creatures that expend an astounding amount of energy
- [How Do Hummingbirds Hover?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/how-do-hummingbirds-hover/) - If you are like most people, one of the many things you admire most about the hummingbird is its amazing ability to hover. These tiny birds never cease to amaze us with their ability to do so for such long periods of time. As a result, I know that my mom would have been interested in this
- [Hummingbird Banding](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-banding/) - This video is about humming banding efforts. This video shows banding being done along the San Pedro River. It is my hope that this brief video will help you understand why banding efforts are so important and also why they are so difficult to accomplish.
- [Unusual Predators of the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/unusual-predators-of-the-hummingbird/) - The hummingbird faces many predators, but some are more unusual then others. This includes the frog and even a bass fish. Frogs can capture a hummingbird, although the result is probably death to both. According to The Hummingbird Society, there is at least one report in the literature of a bass fish capturing a hummingbird. The
- [How Many Species of Hummingbirds Exist?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-many-species-of-hummingbirds-exist/) - Have you ever wondered how many species of hummingbirds exist? The exact answer to this question will depend on which reference source you consult, but I have read that there are between 330-340 different species of hummingbirds found in the world. In the United States there are 17 different species of hummingbirds found here. That number
- [The Amazing Vision of a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-amazing-vision-of-a-hummingbird/) - A hummingbird’s vision is greater then a human’s, because they can see at a greater distance then we can and they can see into the ultra violet range which we as human’s cannot do. Hummingbirds also have the ability to react to sights more quickly then we can. As most people know hummingbirds are very attracted to
- [Hummingbirds of the West Indies](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-of-the-west-indies/) - It may surprise you to lean, as it did me, that there are hummingbirds found in the West Indies. I don’t know if I found this so surprising because my geography skills are so poor or what, but I was amazed to discover this fact. I would have thought the West Indies like Hawaii and Australia would
- [Liatris: Attract Bees, Butterflies and Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/liatris-attract-bees-butterflies-and-hummingbirds/) - Liatris is a North American native prairie plant that is known to attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. The plants are easy to care for and they can be used to fill in around the bottom or early-blooming perennials. If you have not heard of this flower before, then maybe you will want to consider planting this plant
- [Photographing Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/photographing-hummingbirds/) - In this video photographer Ben Clewis offers a wide variety of tips and suggestions on how to successfully photograph hummingbirds. This video will help you improve your ability to do so successfully. So now, you can get busy photographing the birds that you love so much. Best of luck everyone!
- [Why are Female Hummingbirds Larger?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/why-are-female-hummingbirds-larger/) - Have you ever wondered why female hummingbirds are larger then the males? This is the kind of question my mother would have wanted answered, so if you have ever wondered the answer to this question as well then this post is just for you. Hope you enjoy what you read here. Female hummingbirds are solely
- [Estimating the Number of Hummingbirds at Your Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/estimating-the-number-of-hummingbirds-at-your-feeders/) - Have you ever wondered how many hummingbirds were coming to your feeder? Did you think you had to count every bird to know the answer to this question? There is a very simple way to get this estimate and it is explained below. According to studies by noted hummingbird specialists, to estimate how many hummingbirds are visiting
- [Bee Balm](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/bee-balm/) - Bee Balm is also known by the species name Mindarda didyma. The plant serves both edible and medicinal purposes. It can also be used effectively to attract hummingbirds. With the name bee balm, one could easily assume that this plant would more effectively draw bees rather then hummingbirds, but this is not the case because the bees have
- [Hummingbirds Love Water](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-love-water/) - Hummingbirds love water, so if you’d like to make these birds extremely happy then put out a water mister on a timer that turns on at a certain time of day. The birds will quickly learn what time to arrive for a bath. Another option to entice hummingbirds with a water feature is through
- [A Day to Remember](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/a-day-to-remember/) - Today is August 7, 2008 and it is a very significant date in my family history. It is the date on which my mom and dad would have celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary. It is now a day to be remembered but not truly celebrated because mom passed way on October 16th 2006. Even though my mom is
- [Little Birds with Big Hearts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/little-birds-with-big-hearts/) - The hummingbird is a very tiny bird that has a very big heart. In fact, of all bird species, the hummingbird has the largest known relative heart size. The heart represents 2.4 percent of their body weight. Also, the heart of a hummingbird must be very strong in order for it to complete a non-stop flight
- [Tropical Storm Edouard](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/tropical-storm-edouard/) - Southeast Texas experienced Tropical Storm Edouard earlier today. Luckily, the storm never reached hurricane strength. Yea! The storm did have sustained winds of 65mph and some rain. Thankfully, the rain totals were not nearly as great as was originally predicted. This area received between 2 ½ and 3 inches of rain rather then the 8-10 inches that were initially predicted.
- [Knowledge of Hummingbirds Pays Off](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/knowledge-of-hummingbirds-pays-off/) - Yesterday evening, I was able to put my knowledge of hummingbirds to use in a way that truly mattered. My friend, Judy and her son Daniel, had discovered a hummingbird that had fallen out of its nest. The young bird seemed unhurt but somewhat dazed and confused. The mother hummingbird seemed no where to be found. Judy wanted to
- [Tips for Late Season Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/tips-for-late-season-hummingbirds/) - 1) It is important to keep your feeders up and well maintained and your gardens blooming as long as possible. You will not prevent a hummingbird from migrating, but your efforts might help a hummingbird survive. 2) If you have a hummingbird show up off season in your yard (either a very late summer
- [The Amazing Metoblism of the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-amazing-metoblism-of-the-hummingbird/) - It is a well known fact that hummingbirds have a very fast metabolism, but have you ever considered how that compares with a human’s? If the average man’s metabolism was comparable to that of a hummingbird, he would have to eat 285 pounds of hamburger every day in order to maintain his weight. That is astonishing! If we
- [Keeping Feeders Up Won’t Stop Hummingbird Migration](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/keeping-feeders-up-won’t-stop-hummingbird-migration/) - It is a very common myth is that keeping hummingbird feeders up too long will stop hummingbirds from migrating. This is simply not true! Hummingbirds have an instinctive urge to migrate and this is not based on whether feeders are up or not. When migration occurs is determined by a change in the length of the day or
- [Hummingbirds and Mites](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbirds-and-mites/) - I discovered something very interesting that has prompted me to write this post. I learned that mites will hitchhike on a hummingbird. Mites grow and reproduce within the blooms of many flowers by feeding on the nectar and pollen of these plants. Whenever a flower stops blooming and no longer contains nectar, the mite must move on and
- [Video of Costa Rica's Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/video-of-costa-ricas-hummingbirds/) - This video contains photos of many of Costa Rica's different hummingbirds. There are 51 different species of hummingbirds found there. This video consist of some absolutely stunning photos and I thought you might enjoy seeing them since I had written a recent post on the hummingbirds of Costa Rica and it is unlikely that most of
- [Hummingbirds of Costa Rica](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-of-costa-rica/) - Costa Rica has 51 different species of hummingbirds. That’s a lot! In comparison, the U.S. Is only known to have 17 different species of hummingbirds and that number represents only 5% of the world’s total hummingbird species. The Costa Rica hummingbirds produce various types of sounds and calls. They utilize these sounds to communicate among themselves. The
- [Important Reminders about Homemade Hummingbird Nectar Solution](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/important-reminders-about-homemade-hummingbird-nectar-solution/) - When making homemade hummingbird nectar solution, use only ordinary white cane sugar to sweeten the solution and no other type of sugar substitute. To make your own nectar solution, use a ratio of 1 part white cane sugar to 4 parts water. This mixture approximates the average sucrose content (about 21%) of the flowers favored by
- [What is the Size of a Hummingbird’s Brain?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/what-is-the-size-of-a-hummingbird’s-brain/) - Most people who are hummingbird enthusiast are probably aware that hummingbirds are know to have excellent memories, but have you ever considered what the size of a hummingbird’s brain would be? Thoughts like this are always popping into by head, although I’m not sure why. Maybe it is because this is the kind of intriguing fact or
- [A Surprising Fact about the Anna’s Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-surprising-fact-about-the-anna’s-hummingbird/) - Here is a very interesting and surprising fact about the Anna's Hummingbird: it was originally only found on the Pacific slope from Baja California to San Francisco. This bird has increased its population and expanded its breeding range in recent years to Vancouver, British Colombia, and east to southern Arizona. This expansion is believed to be due
- [Hummingbird Enthusiast Get Away](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-enthusiast-get-away/) - Do you enjoy hummingbirds? Are you looking to get away for a few days of rest and relaxation? If so, I have discovered the perfect opportunity for you to accomplish these two things at the same time. Let me explain. This weekend, July 26-27, 2008, the Myrtles plantation which is located in St. Francisville Louisiana will be
- [Why Do Hummingbirds Prefer Flight over Perching?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/why-do-hummingbirds-prefer-flight-over-perching/) - Most people probably have the mistaken idea that hummingbirds are in constant and perpetual motion. I myself had this mistaken idea until I began researching and writing about hummingbirds. Yes, hummingbirds do spend a great deal of time in flight, usually while they are feeding, but hummingbirds also spend time perched. Hummingbirds spend much of their
- [The Migration of the Calliope Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-migration-of-the-calliope-hummingbird/) - The Calliope Hummingbird breeds in western mountains as far north as central British Columbia. Spring migrants arrive in southern California in early March. This hummingbird arrives in Oregon in early May. Birds may not arrive in Idaho and Montana until mid-or late May. Fall migration is early. Calliopes depart from Washington, British Columbia, and Idaho in late August. Migrating
- [The Hummingbirds of Texas](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbirds-of-texas/) - Eighteen different species of hummingbirds have been found in the state of Texas, and another seven species are thought to be close to the state so they could potentially be in our region of the state. In Southeast Texas, where I live, the most common hummingbird to be found here is the Ruby-throated hummingbird. During the spring
- [Hummingbirds Do Not Form a Pair Bond](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbirds-do-not-form-a-pair-bond/) - Some people mistakenly believe that male and female hummingbirds form a pair bond and are therefore mated for life. This not true! In fact, male and female hummingbirds do not form a pair bond, and the birds only remain together for courtship and mating. The female hummingbird bares the sole responsibility for building the nests and caring
- [Possible Explanations for the Decline in Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/possible-explanations-for-the-decline-in-hummingbirds/) - Many hummingbird enthusiasts have taken note of the apparent decline in the hummingbird population, but haven’t been able to explain the reasons for this. This post will offer some possible explanations for this. The National Audubon Society has noted that the overall hummingbird population has been in a state of decline since 1996. According to the
- [What Makes the Perfect Hummingbird Nesting Site?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what-makes-the-perfect-hummingbird-nesting-site/) - Did you know that it typically takes a female hummingbird a little less than a week to construct the nest from start to finish? Or that the female hummingbird will average well over 100 trips per day while constructing the nest and they will work for about 4 hours per day? You will discover this and much
- [Injured or Orphaned Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/injured-or-orphaned-hummingbirds/) - Have you ever what to do if you find an injured or orphaned hummingbird on the ground? If so, this post is intended just for you. It offers tips as to how you should handle the situation. This advice is given cutesy of Project Wildlife and I have just put the information in my own words. If
- [Explaining the Types of Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/explaining-the-types-of-hummingbird-feeders/) - There are two main types of hummingbird feeders the bottle or tube feeder and the saucer style hummingbird feeder. This post will discuss each of them. If you haven’t already purchased one or more hummingbird feeders for your yard, it is my hope that that this information will help you make a more informed purchase. The
- [Ways to Help Ensure Hummingbird Safety](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/ways-to-help-ensure-hummingbird-safety/) - Anyone who loves hummingbirds would agree that they don’t want to intentionally harm the birds that we so love and enjoy. This can happen quite by accident. The information contained here may help ensure that you don’t unintentionally harm these birds. Pesticides should never be used in a hummingbird garden! The hummingbird can ingest the pesticide
- [Magnificent Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/magnificent-hummingbird-facts/) - This species of hummingbird was formerly known as the Refulgent Hummingbird or Rivoli's Hummingbird until the mid-1980s. At that time, it then became commonly known as the Magnificent Hummingbird, which is thought to be due to its spectacular plumage. This bird was named after M. Massena, the Duke of Rivoli, in 1829 by French naturalist,
- [Hummingbird Legends](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-legends/) - Hummingbirds have often been viewed as being mystical and magical creatures. It is hard to know the exact reasons for this, but maybe it is because the early explorers were viewed as crazy for believing that such a tiny bird could even exist. Or maybe it is because these tiny birds amaze us with their flying ability,
- [What’s in a Name?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/what’s-in-a-name/) - Did you know that not every species of hummingbird has the word hummingbird in their name? It’s true. Some of the names of these birds don’t even begin to sound like a type of hummingbird but they are nevertheless. Examples of this include the following: Jacobins, Sabrewings and Woodnymphs.
- [Basic Characteristics of Hummingbird Behavior](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/basic-characteristics-of-hummingbird-behavior/) - Hummingbirds have certain common characteristics. This post will examine each of these specific characteristics. These characteristics are what help make the hummingbird such a unique and fascinating part of the avian world. If you are like my mom, you have probably often wondered why it is that hummingbirds behave in the ways that they do. It is my sincere
- [Hummingbirds Come In All Sizes](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/hummingbirds-come-in-all-sizes/) - There are well over 300 different species of hummingbirds. Depending on the source you consult, some experts say that there are between 330 and 340 species of hummingbirds. Regardless of the exact number of species, there are a great number of varieties of hummingbirds. The smallest is the bee hummingbird which is found in Cuba. The largest hummingbird is
- [Albino Hummingbirds : Fact or Myth?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/albino-hummingbirds-fact-or-myth/) - Albino hummingbirds are rare buy they do exist. Albino hummingbirds are not a separate species of hummingbird. The albinism is of a hummingbird caused by a genetic change that prevents the formation of dark-colored pigment in feathers. This is a very rare occurrence. There are varying degrees of albinism. Generally speaking, hummingbirds usually live to be between three and five
- [A Hummingbird Feeding During a Thunderstorm](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbirds-during-a-thunderstorm/) - This video shows a hummingbird feeding during a thunderstorm. Even though they have to eat, you would think that during the storm they would seek shelter. I guess not. There need for food must be too strong. On a personal note, my mom would have loved this video, because she loved a good thunderstorm and
- [Important Considerations Concerning Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/important-considerations-concerning-hummingbird-feeders/) - Having a hummingbird feeder in your yard is probably the easiest way to attract the hummingbirds to your yard. Having one will help attract these birds to your yard and can provide you with many hours of bird watching enjoyment due to the increased number of hummingbirds that will likely be drawn to your yard, but
- [Surprising Facts about Hummingbirds and Eating](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/surprising-facts-about-hummingbirds-and-eating/) - If the average man’s metabolism was comparable to that of a hummingbird, he would have to eat 285 pounds of hamburger every day in order to maintain his weight. Hummingbirds eat 5 to 8 times in an hour. Each feeding only last about 30 to 60 seconds in length. The average hummingbird will consume half its
- [Solving the Problem of Bees and Wasps](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/solving-the-problem-of-bees-and-wasps/) - Hummingbird feeders are the easiest way to attract hummingbirds to your yard. Bees and wasps are a common problem that many people face with their hummingbird feeders. Here are some tips that may help you solve the problem of bees and wasps and therefore be better able to enjoy the hummingbirds that you are trying so hard
- [The Appetite of a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-appetite-of-a-hummingbird/) - Hummingbirds are very small bird with a large appetite. The amount of nectar that a hummingbird must intake each day is dependent on a number of factors including activity level, air temperature, quality of available resources, and time of year. The hummingbird will require one and a half times its body weight in nectar to meet its
- [Attract the Hummingbirds and They Will Come](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/attract-the-hummingbirds-and-they-will-come/) - This is the first blog post in several days, because I was staying at my dad’s house to house sit and dog sit while he was in Oklahoma visiting relatives. For the most part, I really didn’t mind being there, but while there I did make a very sad realization. During the entire extent of
- [Happy Mother's Day Mom...](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-mothers-day-mom/) - Happy Mother’s Day Mom, Although you are in heaven now, I want you to know you are still alive in my heart and in my memories. Mother’s day is harder to get through without you physically here with us but on this very special day I still wish to honor your memory. That is why
- [Thunderstorms and Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/thunderstorms-and-hummingbirds/) - I think about you, at some point, every single day mom. Today was no different. In fact, I woke up fist thing this morning thinking about you, because in the early morning hours, we were having heavy thunderstorms. You always did enjoy a raging thunderstorm, especially if there was heavy rain, lighting, and thunder. I
- [Happy Graduation Day](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-graduation-day/) - Today marks a milestone in Hannah and Olivia’s lives, mom. (For those of you who don’t know me personally, Hannah and Olivia are my nieces. They are eight months apart in age and they will be graduating from two different local high schools today). Today is their high school graduation day. It doesn’t seem possible that they are both
- [A High Rate of Hummingbird Fledglings Die](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-high-rate-of-hummingbird-fledglings-die/) - In nature, it is impossible for all animals to survive. It is all about the survival of the fittest. This may seem quite harsh or uncaring, but nevertheless this is reality. This is equally true of hummingbirds and therefore it is impossible for all hummingbirds to survive. It may shock you, as it did me, to learn that
- [The Ruby-throated Hummingbird: A Protected Species of Migratory Bird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-ruby-throated-hummingbird-a-protected-species-of-migratory-bird/) - No mater where you might live in the United States, chances are good that your state will probably have a least one species of hummingbird that visits your area of the county. The one exception to this that I know of is Hawaii, because there are absolutely no species of hummingbirds found there. Hawaii is known for
- [Day of Destruction](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/day-of-destruction/) - Today is the day that the maintenance workers at the apartment are tearing apart my bathroom and one wall in my kitchen. Today is a day you would be enjoying mom, not because it is happening to me, but if you would be allowed to take part in the demolition, destruction and even the eventual
- [The Scarlet Runner Bean](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/the-scarlet-runner-bean/) - The Scarlet Runner Bean is a unique plant and vegetable which you can use to attract hummingbirds. Yes, it is considered to be both a plant and a vegetable! The purpose of this post is to help you discover the Scarlet Runner Bean for yourself. It is my hope that it will become another resource to help you attract
- [How to Hand Feed a Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-to-hand-feed-a-hummingbird/) - Have you seen the photos on the Internet that show Abigail Alfano from Covington, Louisiana hand feeding a hummingbird? If not, I would be surprised, because those photos seem to have gone viral and been all over the Internet. If you are like me, you have probably wondered just how Abigail was able to get the hummingbirds
- [Jewels of the Aviary World](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/jewels-of-the-aviary-world/) - The two most popular outdoor activities in America are gardening and bird watching. Hummingbirds are a source of equal admiration and devotion among both groups. This is probably because these tiny birds never cease to amaze and fascinate those of us who truly enjoy them. Hummingbirds are often known as living jewels. This is because the feathers
- [Hummingbird Behavior](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/hummingbird-behavior/) - Mom this video made me think of you., because this is exactly the type of video that you would have enjoyed being able to view. So mom, I'd like to believe that in heaven we are still able to enjoy all the same things that we did while here on this Earth. If this is true,
- [The Anna's Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-annas-hummingbird/) - The Anna's hummingbird is the most common hummingbird found in Southern California. It is also one of three species of hummingbirds, along with Allen's and Costa’s that are permanent residents of the U.S. or Canada. Also, unlike most other species of hummingbirds, they have a minimal song. If you find these few facts interesting and would like to
- ["The Hummingbird" by Emily Dickinson ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbird-by-emily-dickinson/) - I hope you will enjoy the poem that follows. I had never before read it, but I really enjoyed it. I like how it captures the state of almost constant motion of the hummingbird. To me, the hummingbird is one of natures brightest little jewels and I so enjoy their beauty. Enjoy the poem everyone!
- [Yet More Amazing Hummingbird Facts](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/yet-more-amazing-hummingbird-facts/) - This post will provide the reader with some interesting and amazing facts about hummingbirds that you might not yet know. Mom, this is the kind of information that you and I always enjoyed discovering, so this was written with all the people like us in mind. You, mom, are no longer with us in person, but
- [Flower Pot Choices for Hanging Baskets](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/flower-pot-choices-for-hanging-baskets/) - When using hanging baskets to attract hummingbirds, there are other considerations besides specific plant characteristics that you must consider if you are to have success at it. This is what this today’s blog post will help you discover. After all, your goal is to try and attract the hummingbirds and to try and entire them to feed
- [Choosing Plants for Hanging Baskets](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/choosing-plants-for-hanging-baskets/) - Even if you don't have a lot of space in which to plant flowers, you can easily and effectively attract hummingbirds through the use of hanging baskets. This is a simple and effective way to beautify your yard and attract one of nature's most amazing creatures. It is my hope that the information which follows will help
- [The Evolution of the Hummingbird's Body](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-evolution-of-the-hummingbirds-body/) - Have you ever thought about how all animals bodies have probably adapted through the years to meet their lifestyle and habitat requirements? This had never occurred to me before doing some research on hummingbirds. The hummingbird’s body has gone through such an evolution to meet its lifestyle and habitat requirements. It amazes me that an animal can do
- [The Hummingbird Verses the Spider's Web](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/the-hummingbird-verses-the-spiders-web/) - This video shows how some people rescued a hummingbird that had become tangled in a spider's web. It isn't every day that an average individual gets to rescue a hummingbird. The hummingbird survived the experience and flew away.
- [Some Cool Facts About the Black-chinned Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/some-cool-facts-about-the-black-chinned-hummingbird/) - Even though I have learned a great deal of interesting information about hummingbirds, even the Black-chinned Hummingbird, these are some facts about it that I didn't know until recently. My mom truly loved watching the hummingbirds and this is the type of information she would have found quite interesting, so I hope you will too.
- [Blue-Throated Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/blue-throated-hummingbird/) - The Blue-Throated hummingbird has been better studied than many of the other southwestern hummingbirds. This hummingbird usually lives along the edges of streams in mountains or canyons. The nest is usually located wherever there is good overhead protection. This species of hummingbird has been known to raise three broods in one season, which is highly unusual among most
- [An Up-Close Look At Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/an-up-close-look-at-hummingbirds/) - This video shows various species of hummingbirds up-close while at a hummingbird feeder. It may provide many of you with your first opportunity to see these birds up close. It may even provide many of you the opportunity to improve your ability to identify these beautiful birds. This video is one my mom would have
- [Happy Father's Day, Dad!](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-fathers-day-dad/) - Father's Day is here mom. I wish more then anything you were still with us to share it with dad. Having you here with us healthy and well would be the best gift any of us could ever give dad, but since that can't be I'm writing you this letter to tell him how much
- [Happy Birthday to Me](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/happy-birthday-to-me/) - Today is my birthday, mom. Can you believe that your youngest child is 43 years old? I’m not even sure that I can believe it myself! Where did the years go? It doesn’t seem like I should be this age yet. Oh well, age is just a number. Birthdays are the one day of the year that each of
- [The Unique Nature of Hummingbird Flight](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/the-unique-nature-of-hummingbird-flight/) - Mom, when I discovered this information about the unique nature of hummingbird flight I was immediately reminded of our fascination with their aerial displays. Each spring and fall, we would spend a great deal of time sitting on the back porch watching these tiny birds in utter amazement. We would watch as the hummingbirds would fight over
- [Hummingbird Nest Documentary](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-nest-documentary/) - This video is a documentary of hummingbirds from the time the eggs are layed until the young birds leave the nest. Since many people never get to view a hummingbird up close, I thought you might enjoy watching the whole process take place on the video. I know I really enjoyed it and was amazed
- [Only Male Hummingbirds Have Iridescent Throat Feathers](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/only-male-hummingbirds-have-iridescent-throat-feathers/) - Why do hummingbirds have such brilliant iridescent throat feathers? Only male hummingbirds have the brilliant iridescent throat feathers. These feathers serve two very important functions: attracting a female and defending their territory. They use these to display to one another. Females find it attractive, and other males are repelled. Male hummingbirds are extremely feisty and territorial and these
- [Hummingbird in the House](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/hummingbird-in-the-house/) - A hummingbird flew into this family's livingroom. The father catches the hummingbird and shows it to his kids. The kids actually get to pet the bird before they release it. The children seem really fascinated by the bird. I hope you will enjoy the video as well. After all, its not every day that you
- [Hummingbird Trivia](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-trivia/) - I am continually looking for new and interesting information about hummingbirds. No matter how often or where I look for this information, I’m always finding and learning things about the hummingbird that I never knew before. The information listed below is an example of this. I hope you will find this information fascinating, informative and even educational.
- [How Much Do Hummingbirds Weigh?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/how-much-do-hummingbirds-weigh/) - We all know that hummingbirds are tiny, but have you ever considered just how tiny they really are? Have you ever wondered how much do hummingbirds weigh? The answer to this question depends on which species of hummingbird to which you are referring. The smallest hummingbird is the bee hummingbird which only weighs a little less than
- [Flowers, Shrubs, Vines and Trees That Will Attract Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_food/flowers-shrubs-vines-and-trees-that-will-attract-hummingbirds/) - The following is a list of flowers, shrubs, vines, and trees to which hummingbirds are attracted. None of these need to be red in color, although the color red is attractive to hummingbirds. If in doubt as to whether any of the following will flourish in your area, please check with your local nursery.
- [Injured Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/injured-hummingbirds/) - Here are some general principles concerning injured hummingbirds which you should know. This information is provided by the Hummingbird Society. Hummingbirds fed on a diet of sugar-water alone will die, and full-nutrition formula for them is not available to the general public. You must seek competent, licensed help to assure a bird's survival, and you
- [Buff-bellied Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/buff-bellied-hummingbird/) - The male Buff-bellied hummingbird is a medium-sized hummingbird with iridescent green upperparts, head, throat, and upper breast, and buff lower breast and belly. Its slightly forked tail is dark chestnut-brown with cinnamon-brown undertail coverts. The bill has a slight downward curve and is red with a black tip. This hummingbird is common in southeast
- [Hummingbird Migration](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/hummingbird-migration/) - Hummingbird migration occurs in both the spring and fall each year. Many people believe that some of the best hummingbird watching can occur during fall migration because the birds seem to pass through in more concentrated numbers. This doesn’t mean that the spring migration will be dull, just that you may see fewer hummingbirds. That will depend largely
- [A Hummingbirds Senses ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/a-hummingbirds-senses/) - Have you ever thought about how a hummingbird’s senses compare with a human's? The answer to this question depends on to which sense you are referring. I hadn’t ever before considered this issue until doing some research on the Internet. The information I discovered turned out to be quite fascinating and I hope you enjoy it as
- [Cleaning Your Hummingbird Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/cleaning-your-hummingbird-feeder/) - This video is about cleaning your hummingbird feeders. It includes information on the accessories that work best and therefore help make the process of cleaning your feeders easier.
- [Sword-billed Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/sword-billed-hummingbird/) - This hummingbird has a very distinctive bill which is longer than its body, thus making for easy identification from any other bird or hummingbird. It can be found in the forests of the Andes in South America. The sword-billed hummingbird's bill is longer than its body, thus enabling it to feed on flowers with long
- [Some Common Hummingbird Myths](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/some-common-hummingbird-myths/) - Some myths develop a life of there own, and it is difficult, if not entirely impossible, to dispel these myths. This blog post will provide you with the truth about some of the more common myths that still exist today. One very common myth is that keeping hummingbird feeders up too long will stop hummingbirds
- [Solving the Problem of Ants ](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/solving-the-problem-of-ants/) - Ants are a common problem with hummingbird feeders. This problem can be very frustrating and hinder your enjoyment of your hummingbird feeders and these amazing birds. This blog post will offer some solutions to this problem. The best thing to do to prevent the problem of ants at your hummingbird feeder is to block their passage
- [Dripping or Leaking Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_feeders/dripping-or-leaking-hummingbird-feeders/) - Many people have a problem with there feeders dripping or leaking. This is a very common occurrence, and may be due to the design of your feeder or environmental conditions. If you are using what is commonly known as an inverted bottle feeder, the problem is caused when the air in the bottle expands due to rising
- [The Amazing Hummingbird Nest](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-amazing-hummingbird-nest/) - When deciding where to build her nest there are two important factors that the female will keep in mind: temperature and protection from the elements. The nest site must be located in a place where temperatures will stay below 96 degrees F, or the embryos will be fried. This is why higher altitudes see more hummingbirds
- [Making Your Own Hummingbird Nectar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbird_videos/making-your-own-hummingbird-nectar/) - This video shows how to make your own hummingbird nectar, It tells you what to do as well as what not to do when making your own nectar. With the simple information contained in this video, you will never again have to buy hummingbird nectar from a store again.
- [Nothing Like a Mother's Love](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/dear_mom/nothing-like-a-mothers-love/) - Moms just somehow seem to have the power to make everything right in their children’s world. Even if as an adult we realize that isn’t reality, there are still times when there is nothing like a mother’s love to make everything seem alright once again. I wish my mom could do so for me today. I’m 42 years
- [Predators of the Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/predators-of-the-hummingbird/) - Through this post, you will discover that the hummingbird must face the normal hazards of survival including weather, humans, pesticides, and so on. You will also discover that predators are a significant source of risk to a hummingbird, due to the fact that they are so small in size. Cats, both domestic and feral, are probably
- [Interesting Facts About Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/interesting-facts-about-hummingbirds/) - Hummingbirds are such truly amazing birds and they never cease to amaze me. It is my hope that reading these amazing facts will fuel your own imagination and cause you to want to discover more about these truly amazing birds for yourself. Of all bird species, hummingbirds have the largest known relative heart size. The heart
- [Where, Oh Where, Have the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds Gone?](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/where-oh-where-have-the-ruby-throated-hummingbirds-gone/) - I live in Beaumont, Texas which is located in southeast Texas, about 90 to 100 miles east of Houston. The Ruby-throated hummingbird is probably the most common species of hummingbird in this area of the country. In recent years, there have been many hummingbirds in the area, but this has not been the case this year. I do
- [The Hummingbird Round-Up](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/hummingbirds/the-hummingbird-round-up/) - Many species of hummingbirds are found in Texas, so no matter where in Texas you live you will likely see some in your area. If you enjoy watching hummingbirds and discovering interesting facts about them, then please consider using your hobby as a way to benefit the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in their continued efforts

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- [Water](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/water/)
- [Territory](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/territory/)
- [Hummingbird watching](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/hummingbird-watching/)
- [Fall](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/fall/)
- [Banding](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/banding/)
- [Hummingbird Banding](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/hummingbird-banding/)
- [Black-chinned Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/black-chinned-hummingbird/)
- [Hummingbird migration](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/hummingbird-migration/)
- [Homemade nectar solution](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/homemade-nectar-solution/)
- [Sugar](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/sugar/)
- [Hummingbird flight](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/hummingbird-flight/)
- [Flight muscles](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/flight-muscles/)
- [Pectoral muscles](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/pectoral-muscles/)
- [Trick rollover](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/trick-rollover/)
- [Coordination](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/coordination/)
- [Flight](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/flight/)
- [Hover](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/hover/)
- [Sugar water](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/sugar-water/)
- [Iridescence](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/iridescence/)
- [Male Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/male-hummingbird/)
- [Anna's Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/annas-hummingbird/)
- [Gooseberry plant](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/gooseberry-plant/)
- [Hummingbird photos](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/hummingbird-photos/)
- [Anatomy](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/anatomy/)
- [Liver](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/liver/)
- [Hummingbird Anatomy](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/hummingbird-anatomy/)
- [Incubation](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/incubation/)
- [Dear Mom](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/dear-mom/)
- [Feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/feeder/)
- [Broad-Billed Hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/broad-billed-hummingbird/)
- [Broadbill](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/broadbill/)
- [Predators](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/predators/)
- [Red tubular flowers](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/red-tubular-flowers/)
- [Mister](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/mister/)
- [Sprinkler](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/sprinkler/)
- [Sense of smell](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/sense-of-smell/)
- [Feeding hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/feeding-hummingbirds/)
- [Cleaning bird feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/cleaning-bird-feeder/)
- [Top fill feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/top-fill-feeder/)
- [Female hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/female-hummingbird/)
- [Reproductive system](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/reproductive-system/)
- [Female gonad](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/female-gonad/)
- [Metabolism of hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/metabolism-of-hummingbirds/)
- [Cleaning a himmingbird feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/cleaning-a-himmingbird-feeder/)
- [Bird feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/bird-feeders/)
- [Feeder placement](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/feeder-placement/)
- [Weight of a hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/weight-of-a-hummingbird/)
- [Calorie needs of a hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/calorie-needs-of-a-hummingbird/)
- [Feeders](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/feeders/)
- [Inverted feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/inverted-feeder/)
- [Saucer feeder](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/saucer-feeder/)
- [Wing beat cycle](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/wing-beat-cycle/)
- [Scarlet sage](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/scarlet-sage/)
- [Scarlet salvia](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/scarlet-salvia/)
- [Rufous hummingbird](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/rufous-hummingbird/)
- [Hummingbirds](https://www.hummingbirdsformom.com/tag/hummingbirds/)