Hummingbird migrations take place in spring and fall and those events are cause for excitement among many people. "They are the gateway drug to bird watching because they are incredibly charismatic," ...

Small but speedy. Tiny but aggressive. Little bodies, big appetites. Hummingbirds are a study in extremes. They are the lightest North American birds. Most weigh less than two pennies at 3 to 4 grams.

“They’re out on rainy days so they’re kind of like a light in a dark tunnel…They will still forage in the rain and if you film in slow motion, they’re just shaking the water off their head really fast ...

If you're lucky enough to be visited by hummingbirds, you've probably spent many a moment marveling at them as they go about their busy lives. And who could blame you? They are some of the animal ...

Did you know that the hummingbird spring migration is underway and, according to a release the National Audubon Society the organization has invited birders and nature enthusiasts of all ages to help ...

I never really thought about it much, but writing articles will (should) cause you to think about some things. One of those things popped up today: Do I have a favorite bird? After a brief reflection, ...

Editor’s note: This is part of a short series on hummingbirds. We asked expert bird bander, Kay Lookingbill, if we could compile some of her wonderful fun hummingbird facts from her Facebook posts and ...

Hummingbird migrations take place in spring and fall and those events are cause for excitement among many people. "They are the gateway drug to bird watching because they are incredibly charismatic," ...

For people who have hummingbird feeders, Matt Shetzer recommends they change the contents every couple days, and discard the water if gets cloudy at all. Also, feeders should be occasionally rinsed ...

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are named for the bright red feathers on the throats of the males. During our Xtreme Hummingbird Xtravaganza Sept. 18 and 25 at the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake ...