A clean hummingbird feeder is a beautiful, sparkling gem in your yard, glittering like a tasty beacon to attract hungry hummers. A dirty hummingbird feeder, on the other hand, can be a dull, sticky, s…
It is no secret that hummingbirds are attracted to the color red. Red flowers are some of their favorite blooms, hummingbird feeders often feature red parts and accents, and these curious birds might…
The photos are graphic, sensational, and distressing, but are they true? Will a praying mantis actually eat a hummingbird? Learning the truth behind this outrageous claim can help birders protect thei…
Hummingbirds are well known for their fondness for nectar, whether it is the natural nectar produced by flowers, specially formulated commercial solutions and concentrates or simple homemade sugar wat…
Hummingbirds aren’t the only birds with a sweet tooth for sugary nectar, and birders who feed hummingbirds may also find nectar-loving orioles at their feeders. But do orioles really need their own sp…