Hummingbirds: All You Need to Know About Them

Hummingbirds are easy to identify by their unique flight pattern and striking colors, but one can look very similar to another. That means it can be difficult to determine if you’re looking at a common ruby-throated hummingbird or a similar-looking broad-tailed hummingbird. It’s even more difficult in a state like Arkansas, which is visited by…

Hummingbirds are exciting birds to see. They have distinct colors and incredible flight patterns. They’re an exciting bird to watch for because so many of them happily visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their usual ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside their range, searching for food. People visiting or…

Who doesn’t love to watch for hummingbirds? While some birds are hard to attract and don’t like to stick around, hummingbirds bravely visit feeders. If you hang a feeder and keep it full and clean, you’re practically guaranteed to see at least a few each year. If you live in New Hampshire, whether you’re in…

With a typical high desert climate with hot summers and cold, snowy winters, Utah isn’t exactly like the tropical climate that many hummingbirds prefer. But that doesn’t mean the state is hummingbird-free.  Many hummingbirds make their home in the Rocky Mountains and Utah is lucky enough to see 10 different species. A few of them…

Hummingbirds can be seen across North America, but some places are lucky enough to see more species than others. Mississippi is fortunate enough to be home (at least temporarily) to 11 out of the most common 16 species. Whether you’re an avid bird watcher or a casual observer, hummingbirds are exciting to watch for. They’re…

Hummingbirds generally like to hang out in warm places like Mexico and the southern US, and who can blame them? But despite the cold winters, several of the 16 hummingbird species that live in North America will visit New York state. That means whether you’re an active bird watcher or you just love hummingbirds, in…

You don’t have to be an avid bird-watcher to fall in love with hummingbirds. They’re so easy to find because they have such a unique flight pattern and their bright, jewel-like colors really shine in the sunlight. Plus, they’re pretty bold birds. They’ll visit hummingbird feeders if you put them out, but just be sure…

If you’ve ever had the chance to sit back and observe hummingbirds as they swoop, hover, and flit around a feeder, you know how incredibly acrobatic these birds can be. That, along with their bright coloring which sometimes looks as if it’s sparkling in the sunlight, makes them pretty easy to identify and a lot…

While Wyoming is a hotbed of bird activity for some species, it’s only visited by a few hummingbirds and only in the summer. While Wyoming isn’t exactly drowning in hummingbirds, don’t lose hope. There are seven different species that visit the state. A few are regular summer visitors and a few have only been spotted…

Alaska is nothing like the tropical environments that hummingbirds prefer, but that doesn’t mean that these brave little fliers won’t pop into the state to hunt for food now and then. Hummingbirds are intrepid travelers. They fly miles and miles, across states and even the ocean without stopping. The most common hummingbird in Alaska is…

Even the most casual bird watcher loves spotting hummingbirds. These unique avians are extremely beautiful with their unique coloring. When the sun hits them just right, some of them appear to glow like shiny jewels. Then, of course, there are those incredible flying antics. Who hasn’t marveled at a hummingbird as it swoops, hovers, and…

Oklahoma, where the winds – and hummingbirds – go sweeping through the plains. Oklahoma is lucky enough to see eleven of the sixteen species of hummingbirds that live in North America, so if you fancy yourself a birdwatcher who loves hummingbirds, you’re in luck.  The ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common in the state, but…

Maine might not be the first state you think of when you imagine hummingbirds. It’s true, these warm-weather-loving species usually stick to places like Central and southern North America, but they’re extensive travelers and are known to pop up in places you’d least expect. In Maine, there are four species that you might get lucky…

Hummingbirds are everyone’s favorite to watch for. They’re brightly colored, make unique sounds, and their acrobatics at a feeder are unmatched in the bird world. They zip around, chasing intruders off and hovering as they feed. It’s no wonder that so many people hang feeders in the hope of seeing a few of them. In…

North Dakota experiences some harsh, long winters. Not exactly ideal for birdwatching. Despite that, those warm-weather-loving hummingbirds aren’t afraid to visit the state during the summer.  There are 16 species of hummingbirds in North America and five of them are known to hang out in North Dakota. The ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common, but…

If you’ve ever had the chance to lay back and watch hummingbirds swoop, hover, and zip around a feeder, you know how acrobatic these birds can be. Add to that their bright coloring which sometimes looks as if it’s sparkling in the sunlight, and you have a pretty incredible bird to watch. Plus, most species…

Whether you’re an avid bird watcher or you just like to figure out which birds are visiting your feeder, hummingbirds are a favorite. That’s because they’re brave, bold, acrobatic, and incredibly beautiful. Who wouldn’t want one to visit their yard? Most of the time if you’re seeing a hummingbird in Connecticut, it’s probably a ruby-throated…

Hummingbirds are known as tropical species that stick to the warmer regions of North and South America, but more and more you can find them in colder, more northern areas. Drawn by feeders and by increasing global temperatures, they are finding new places to nest and feed. That means that while Idaho once only rarely…

It’s always exciting to see a hummingbird. They’re so unique with their incredible colors that shine like jewels. Plus, the way they move, hovering and flitting about, is unlike anything else. If you live in Vermont and you want a chance to see these birds, hang up a hummingbird feeder or two. Be sure to…

When you imagine South Dakota you might not imagine a hummingbird paradise. After all, hummingbirds generally stick to warm, tropical locations or high mountains. But these acrobatic little birds are travelers and they’ll visit areas that are long distances from their home and breeding grounds. South Dakota has just a few common species, but several…

Delaware sits right in the sweet spot between the chilly New England states and the sweltering southern states. Hummingbirds are drawn to the area all year long, so those living in the state are lucky enough to be able to see these magnificent birds at any time of year. If you want to increase your…

Montana is known for having some pretty long, intense winters, but that doesn’t mean that warm-weather-loving hummingbirds won’t come and visit. You can actually see seven different species of hummingbirds during the warmer months in the state. That means that while Montana once only rarely saw certain hummingbirds once in a blue moon, they’ve become…

If you like watching for hummingbirds, you’ve probably noticed that they only appear in the summertime in most regions. But in a few states, particularly those close to Central America, where most species live, you can find them all year long.  In fact, in states like New Mexico, you can find 15 of the 16…

With its mild climate and inviting coastline, several hummingbirds make Maryland their home – at least part of the year.  While there are 16 species of hummingbirds in North America, just seven visit Maryland and only a few are common. The rest are considered rare or vagrant species. If you love watching hummingbirds, with their…

Hummingbirds are primarily tropical birds. They like warmer areas and they only visit colder regions during the summer. But warmer states like Arizona are lucky enough to see some of these birds all year long, even when other areas don’t see any hummingbirds at all. In fact, of the 16 hummingbird species that live in…

Hummingbirds are so exciting to see. They have a dramatic, swooping way of flying, plus their gorgeous colors. It’s hard not to love them. Most hummingbirds stick to the warmer parts of the world, like Central America and Mexico, but several live in the US, and even more come to visit parts of the US…

Hummingbirds are a favorite for bird lovers to spot because they’re colorful, are often bold visitors to backyard feeders, and have adorable antics as they swoop around in the air.  While the ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common in the state of Tennessee, you can also many other beautiful species, including a few rare visitors…

Washington state is far away from the warmer climates that most hummingbirds prefer, but that doesn’t mean they don’t visit and nest there. Though it can be chilly year-round, three hummingbirds visit western  Washington state year-round, while another two species hang out in the eastern half of the state. Hummingbirds are intrepid travelers. They fly…

Many species of hummingbirds live in Mexico, and more and more they are venturing north to places like California. With all the exotic flowers and hummingbird feeders, they’re able to find plenty to eat in the Golden state. California boasts 12 different species that either live in the state, are regular visitors, and a few…

With a generally mild climate and lots of native wildflowers, Oregon is a favorite state for hummingbirds to visit. Because it’s further north, only seven species stop by, but many of them can be seen year-round. Most hummingbirds are incredibly hardy travelers. They will fly across multiple states or even the ocean without stopping, fueled…

Hummingbirds are beautiful with their striking colors. Plus, they’re easy to spot because most of them bravely visit backyard hummingbird feeders. It’s no wonder that so many people love watching these tiny little acrobats. Because of its strategic location in the Southern US, Alabama is lucky enough to see 14 different species of hummingbirds. While…

Hummingbirds are some of the most exciting to watch because they’re so unique. They have striking, bright colors and they zoom and swoop so charmingly through the air. Plus, many of them willingly visit backyard feeders so city-dwellers and rural homesteaders both have a chance to see them. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but…

Hummingbirds are instantly recognizable. They have bright-colored feathers that seem to glow like little jewels. Plus, they aren’t usually afraid of humans and they’ll hang out at hummingbird feeders, happily sipping sweet nectar. You may have also noticed them swooping around in the sky as they mate. Hummingbirds have their usual native ranges, but most…

Hummingbirds are some of the most exciting to watch because they’re so unique. They have striking, bright colors and they zoom and swoop so charmingly through the air. Plus, many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside their…

Whether you’re an expert birdwatcher or you just want to know what kind of hummingbird is hanging out at your feeder, these birds are exciting to see. They’re obviously beautiful with their jewel-like feathers and aerial acrobatics. Most hummingbirds are wanderers who will travel miles and miles in search of food. Some even fly across…

You know a hummingbird when you see it. They’re incredibly unique birds. Not just because of their bright feathers, but their unique method of zipping around in the air and feeding as they hover like little helicopters at flowers. Most hummingbirds are hardy travelers who will fly across multiple states in search of food. Some…

If you want a sure-fire experience of drawing birds to your yard, try hanging up a hummingbird feeder. Hummingbirds travel far and wide to find good food and they’ll stop by and eat the food in your feeder, giving you an exciting show in the process. Most hummingbirds are hardy travelers who will fly across…

Hummingbirds are so exciting to watch because they’re so unique. They have beautiful, bright colors and they zoom and swoop so charmingly through the air. Plus, many of them willingly visit backyard feeders.  Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far away searching for food. While the…

Hummingbirds are some of the most exciting to watch for because they’re so unique. They have striking, bright colors and they zoom and swoop so charmingly through the air.  Plus, many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside…

Hummingbirds are striking birds with distinct colors and behaviors. They’re fun birds to watch out for because so many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside their range, searching for good food. While the ruby-throated hummingbird is the…

Hummingbirds are striking birds with distinct colors and behaviors. They’re fun birds to watch out for because so many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside their range, searching for good food. While the ruby-throated hummingbird is the…

Hummingbirds are striking birds with distinct colors and behaviors. They’re fun birds to watch out for because so many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside their range, searching for good food. While the ruby-throated hummingbird is the…

Hummingbirds are striking birds with distinct colors and behaviors. They’re fun birds to watch out for because so many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside their range, searching for good food. While the ruby-throated hummingbird is the…

Hummingbirds are striking birds with distinct colors and behaviors. They’re a fun bird to watch for because so many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside their range, searching for good food. While the ruby-throated hummingbird is the…

Hummingbirds are striking birds with distinct colors and behaviors. They’re a fun bird to watch for because so many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside their range, searching for good food. While the ruby-throated hummingbird is the…

Hummingbirds are striking birds, with distinct colors and behaviors. They’re a fun bird to watch for, because so many of them willingly visit backyard feeders. Hummingbirds have their natural native ranges, but most of these birds are wanderers. They’ll travel far, far outside of their range in search of good food. While the ruby-throated hummingbird…

Beautiful Florida is home to stunning beaches and a warm climate that appeals to hummingbirds that mostly stick to tropical climates. While the ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common in the state, you can also see rare birds like the Bahama woodstar and the buff-bellied, especially during the winter. Hummingbirds are a New World group…