The great state of Iowa has the pleasure of hosting at least two species of hummingbirds on their migration routes, both north and south. Two hummingbird species commonly described in Iowa are the Ruby-throated Hummingbird and the Rufous Hummingbird. These tiny birds visit Iowa during their spring migration, usually staying until the end of April […]
Tag Archives: Hummingbird Nectar
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Apr
Apr
When hummingbird watching comes to mind, most people don’t think of Illinois as a state full of these species. Although Illinois is not known for its hummingbird population, it does have a few of these beautiful birds that visit each year. Hummingbird watchers will have the most luck with seeing the Ruby-throated Hummingbird, as they […]
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Mar
Mar
Choosing the right hummingbird feeder has as much to do with your personal preferences as it does with hummingbird behavior. These little gems aren’t fussy about the type of satiety you provide while filling their sweet nectar, but the type of satiety determines how easy it is to care for and the overall appearance of […]
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Feb
Feb
What Varieties of Hummingbirds Can You See in Las Vegas? Hang a feeding net from a tree or on your patio, and you’ll be surprised how soon you’ll find beautiful hummingbirds. Varieties In Las Vegas we have the largest variety of hummingbirds, the black hummingbird, which has green wings and back, and a purple-black […]
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Sep
Sep
Attracting hummingbirds to your Houston, Texas garden is fun, but it’s even more fun to know exactly who your little visitors are. There are six species of hummingbirds that can be seen here in Houston, and with a little knowledge and experience you’ll be able to identify which ones are flying around your backyard. Ruby-throated […]
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Oct
Oct
Hummingbirds in New Jersey may not be something you hear about very often, mainly because the numbers of hummingbird species are not really large, only two species visit this state. These two species are the Ruby-throated Hummingbird and the Rufous Hummingbird. With the numbers of hummingbirds returning to New Jersey each year not as large […]
Last year they never came, and there was only a year’s supply. Finally, the year before. A few times I got enough, washed, and refilled. But no luck; no hummingbirds have stopped sucking from my feeder. But this year I’m prepared and armed with a hummingbird of wisdom. Here are ten tips I learned about […]
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Jul
Jul
Hummingbirds eat 90 percent of plant nectar and 10 percent of insects for protein, according to the National Audubon Society. As flowers lose more soil and nectar to develop, migrating hummingbirds become more aware of their need for calories at feeders. Many people think that they should carry one hummingbird feeder and fill it when […]
Looking for a great way to bring a spring and summertime bird to your backyard? Try a hummingbird feeder. With just a little bit of maintenance, a hummingbird feeder is an easy way to attract these beautiful birds. With so many different kinds of hummingbird feeders out there, you may be wondering which kind of […]
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Jun
Jun
Perennial plants are favorite feeding spots for hummingbirds. These beautiful birdhouses add quality to a backyard that displays perennial springtime with chirping birds feasting on nectar. Here is a list of perennials who find hummingbirds super tasty. Plant them once, and they will bloom every year, attracting these adorable, colorful, birds to your backyard. Perennials […]