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 … Read more
Hawks are birds of prey that are widely distributed on every continent except Antarctica. These birds are all part of the Accipitridae family, which includes eagles, buzzards, and falcons. Two types or groups of hawks exist, the Accipiters and the Buteos. The Accipiter Group generally hunts birds and lives in forested habitats. They hunt by … Read more
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 … Read more
Vultures are large birds of prey that scavenge on dead animals. They have wide wingspans and distinctive bald, featherless heads. They do not have a voice box, so they can only make hissing and grunting noises. Vultures typically congregate in groups. These groups of vultures have various collective nouns, depending on where they are. The … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
