Corrections & Clarifications: A previous version of this story included an incorrect ratio for water to sugar in hummingbird food. There are more than 300 species of hummingbirds in the world. While ...

Hummingbirds are tiny gems in our gardens. These minute birds hover almost magically and fill our gardens with iridescent color. But maybe you find yourself asking: What do hummingbirds eat? Many ...

There's a lot of bogus ideas out there about these brilliant birds. Learn the truth behind these common hummingbird myths.

Hummingbirds need space, water, and flowers, too—not just feeders—to stay happy and healthy in your yard. Dirty or hot feeders can foster the growth of mold and produce poor-quality nectar, which can ...

Hang feeders in shady, open spots 4 to 6 feet high, near trees or shrubs for quick cover. Space multiple feeders out of sight to avoid hummingbird squabbles. Turn off outdoor lights at night and mark ...

Thousands of beautiful birds will flock to South Carolina this spring after wintering in Mexico and Central America. Among these birds is the ruby-throated hummingbird, the most predominant species in ...

Corrections & Clarifications: The ruby throated hummingbird is rarely seen in Arizona. A previous version of this article was incorrect about its prevalence in the state. Arizona is a hummingbird ...