Hummingbirds are sweet flying jewels with a seemingly insatiable appetite for nectar, but do they ever drink plain water to alleviate thirst? Understanding hummingbirds’ liquid needs can help yo…
From spring showers to summer thunderstorms to autumn drenchers, rain is very beneficial to all birds, including hummingbirds. Rain supports nectar-rich flowers for food sources, maintains dense shrub…
It starts with one, then two, then three, four, and five – but where will it end? Is it possible to have too many hummingbird feeders? The answer will vary for every hummingbird lover.
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Many birders eagerly anticipate the return of hummingbirds and the hovering happiness they bring to the yard. I know as spring begins to warm, I’m eagerly watching favorite perches, flowerbeds,…
Hummingbirds play a critical role in the pollination of many different types of plants. For such tiny birds, they can make a huge difference in agriculture and floriculture – but how do they do…