| Facts About the Hummingbird |
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| Contributed by Rob Huff | |
 Hummingbird The hummingbird will perch on branches near a feeder and 'guard' it. No matter if it is hungry or not, it will chase away another bird from a feeder it considers all its own. The antics are funny to watch as they zip around the house and through the yard. And while the two are chasing, a third may have snuck in to your feeder to get a drink! Unless you have a very large population of hummingbirds, they will become territorial, especially at mating time. The hummingbird will nest up close to a house or in the woods. Finding a hummingbird nest is a treat. It takes a skilled eye and a lot of patience to find one, because they are small. The tiny bird has an even tinier nest where it lays its eggs each season. The nest is usually no bigger than a quarter in diameter and placed in a well hidden area. Hummingbirds prefer V's in tree branches and bushes, or hidden spots in planters, trees and yard ornaments. Even if you have a dozen hummingbirds come to your yard,you may never find a hummingbird nest! Variety Hummingbirds have over 330 species that live in the Western Hemisphere.Warmer locations hold most species of hummingbirds, but the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird is found in North America as far north as southern Canada and as east as Maine. Since it is the only hummer found east of the Mississippi River, it makes it one of the most popular breeds. A visit from a hummer will signal that summer has truly come to your area. When summer is over, the birds will migrate for the winter to Mexico and South America. Hummingbird migration will happen no matter if you have food out or not, so keep the feeders full until you are sure they are gone. They have an internal indicator that tells them it is time to move to southern climates. However, not all hummingbirds migrate. Warm locations in California and Texas will have hummingbirds year round at their feeders. Hummingbirds will return in the spring and nest and the cycle will begin allover again. Facts about the hummingbird are interesting, mainly because the little bird is surprising strong and resilient. It undertakes an incredible migration each year, it requires tremendous energy to fly so fast and its tiny wings can zoom faster than our eyes can see. Hang a hummingbird feeder in your yard if you don't already have one and see who comes to visit. You'll be amazed. About Author: Rob Huff and his family have enjoyed attracting wild birds into their yardfor many years. This love of watching wild birds has grown into a hobby that the whole family enjoys together. For more information on hummingbirds and attracting birds visit www.a-home-for-wild-birds.com Article Source: articledashboard.com |
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