When temperatures start to drop and frosts occur nightly in late fall and early winter, hummingbirds are long gone, right? Not always! Some hummingbirds overwinter in cooler areas, some may be late on … [Read more...]

Hummingbirds are some of the most sought after and desirable backyard birds, eagerly anticipated when they arrive in spring, brightening the summer months with their frequent visits, and missed in … [Read more...]

It is always sad when hummingbirds start to migrate south and are around the yard less and less in late summer and fall. It is a common misconception, however, that leaving feeders up as days grow … [Read more...]

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, … [Read more...]

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 … [Read more...]

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 … [Read more...]

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 … [Read more...]

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 … [Read more...]

Feeding hummingbirds can be a joy for birders, but just putting out a nectar feeder will not make flocks of hummingbirds suddenly appear. With some easy tricks, however, you can invite hummingbirds to … [Read more...]

Hummingbirds are amazing birds, but despite their familiarity to many backyard birders, there are still many misconceptions about these tiny fliers. Those misconceptions, myths and legends are … [Read more...]