As a lover of hummingbirds, it’s frustrating when bees swarm your feeders, scaring away the tiny birds – hummingbirds. You’ve probably heard peppermint oil might repel bees from hummingbird feeders. Let’s find out if that’s a good solution to bring hummingbirds back to your feeder
Hummingbirds are a blur of motion as they dart from flower to flower, probing blossoms with their slender beaks. This distinctive flight style serves an important purpose – it enables efficient nectar1 feeding to power their dizzying aerial feats! In this blog, we’ll explore how
Hummingbirds have an endless craving for sugary nectar. You’ll often see them with their long beaks deep in bright, tube-shaped flowers, drinking up this sweet liquid. But what makes nectar so important for fueling their incredible flying abilities? In this blog, we’ll uncover why these
When most people think of hummingbirds, the ruby-throated hummingbird likely comes to mind first. With its bright red throat and rapid wing beats, this species is the most widespread and commonly seen hummingbird across much of eastern North America. But did you know that Ohio
In this blog post, we’re going to explore a fascinating aspect of hummingbird behavior: their territorial nature. But first, have you ever noticed a hummingbird fiercely chasing others away from a feeder or a flower? It’s a common sight, but what drives this feisty behavior?
Hummingbirds are some of nature’s most amazing birds. They are tiny and have beautiful, bright colours that grab our attention. However, many hummingbird behaviours are not well-known to people who just watch them now and then. In this blog post, I will discuss 25 hummingbird
Watching hummingbirds hovering around feeders can be pretty fascinating. Unfortunately, this amazement can be short-lived due to uninvited guests like wasps. This made me wonder – do hummingbirds eat wasps if given the chance? It seems like they might do for the protein. But research shows
No, hummingbirds do not eat bees; they primarily consume nectar from flowers. While they do eat insects for protein, bees are not a regular part of their diet. Bees’ potential to sting and their harder exoskeleton makes them less attractive prey for hummingbirds. Instead, hummingbirds
Hummingbird diet has long fascinated birdwatchers, particularly those who love these energetic birds. Their unique eating habits stand out among other bird species. So, if you are also curious about their diet and nutrition, then get ready to be amazed by the captivating eating habits
A hummingbird consumes approximately half its body weight (that’s 40-50% of its body weight) in nectar daily, amounting to about 0.2 to 1.5 ounces. To maintain their energy, they feed every 10-15 minutes and can visit up to 1,000 flowers per day. Additionally, they ingest
