What an amazing treat it can be to witness the growth and maturation of hummingbird chicks! Fortunately, hummingbirds easily nest near humans – they don’t need a ton of space, after all. I…

As the world’s smallest birds, hummingbird nests are also small. Despite their size, however, these nests still need to adequately support and shelter delicate eggs and give tiny hatchlings room…

Backyard birders feel privileged when any birds take up residence in their yards, but there's an extra special feeling when that feathered resident is a hummingbird. But how often can we expect these…

It is amazing to witness the delicate architecture that is a hummingbird nest, and backyard birders who provide appropriate materials can encourage these delightful birds to take up residence and rais…

After decades of milk promotion programs it is no surprise that calcium is a vital part of a healthy human diet, but few people realize it is also essential for birds. But are your backyard birds gett…