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Calliope Hummingbird
This is one of the smaller species at under 3 ounces. It prefers to locate in mountains, near streams or lakes. It returns each year to repair or rebuild the previous year's nest.
This is one of the smaller species at under 3 ounces. It prefers to locate in mountains, near streams or lakes. It returns each year to repair or rebuild the previous year's nest.
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Rufous Hummingbird
The Rufous is often described as "feisty" and generally gets its way at feeders. It is much faster than its counterparts. The female is larger and prettier than the male. They are found throughout all of North America and have the longest migration of all the hummingbirds.
The Rufous is often described as "feisty" and generally gets its way at feeders. It is much faster than its counterparts. The female is larger and prettier than the male. They are found throughout all of North America and have the longest migration of all the hummingbirds.
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Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
This variety is the most commonly seen one in the Midwest. It is easily attracted to backyard feeders. The male, with its emerald green back, is quite territorial and will aggressively defend its food supply. This makes for some entertaining hummingbird battles. They are 3.5" long, weigh 1/8 ounce, and beat their wings from 40 to 80 times per second.
This variety is the most commonly seen one in the Midwest. It is easily attracted to backyard feeders. The male, with its emerald green back, is quite territorial and will aggressively defend its food supply. This makes for some entertaining hummingbird battles. They are 3.5" long, weigh 1/8 ounce, and beat their wings from 40 to 80 times per second.