I still remember the first time a hummingbird hovered right in front of me. It felt like a tiny flying jewel was watching me back. Since then, I have spent many mornings and evenings sitting near my garden, watching these birds visit my feeders. One thing I learned very early is that the right sugar…
Watching hummingbirds in the yard is one of the most peaceful things I enjoy during spring and summer. These tiny birds move so fast that they almost look like little flying jewels in the sunlight. When the feeder is fresh and full, they return again and again throughout the day. Many people ask what the…
I spend a lot of time watching hummingbirds in my garden. Early in the morning, they appear like tiny flashes of colour. They zip from flower to flower and then stop by the feeder for a quick drink. One thing I learned over the years is that the food we give them needs to be…
Many people who enjoy watching hummingbirds eventually wonder about nesting and breeding. One question I hear often from backyard bird watchers is this. What does a pregnant hummingbird look like? The truth is a little surprising. Hummingbirds do not become pregnant the same way mammals do. Instead, the female carries eggs inside her body for…
People who are new to watching hummingbirds often ask a very common question. They want to know what pregnant hummingbirds look like. It is an interesting question, but the answer surprises many people. Hummingbirds do not actually become pregnant the way mammals do. Instead, female hummingbirds develop eggs inside their bodies. When the eggs are…
Early in the morning, I like to sit near my garden and watch the hummingbirds visit the feeder. They come quickly, hover for a moment, drink the sweet nectar, and then zip away to the next flower. It is one of the most peaceful things to watch in a backyard. But if you keep hummingbird…
Many people love watching hummingbirds visit their yard. These tiny birds move fast, hover in the air, and shine in the sunlight. One of the easiest ways to attract them is by using a feeder. A common question beginners ask is what do you fill hummingbird feeders with. The answer is simple, but it is…
Many people ask the same question when they buy their first feeder. What do you put in a hummingbird feeder so the birds will actually come? I remember asking the same thing when I first hung a feeder in my garden. At first, nothing happened. Then I learned the simple mix that hummingbirds look for…
People often ask a question that I hear a lot from backyard bird lovers. Do hummingbirds know who feeds them? After watching hummingbirds in my garden for many seasons, I can say their behavior is fascinating. These tiny birds notice much more than people think. They remember flowers, feeders, and even the places where food…
If you enjoy watching hummingbirds, you probably use a feeder filled with sweet nectar. Many people wonder the same thing after filling their feeder for the first time. Does sugar water for hummingbirds go bad? From my own time watching hummingbirds in the garden, I can say this is a very important question. Hummingbirds depend…