You might know hummingbirds are the only bird species that can fly backward. You might not realize all 363 species of hummingbirds on Earth occur in the New World. If you go to Africa or Thailand or ...

Researchers have finally unravelled the unique strategies hummingbirds use to fly through small gaps while being unable to pull their wings in by nature. Most small bird species that feed on fruit, ...

Have hummingbirds visited your feeders this season? Our appreciation for our tiny avian neighbors is well documented, which is why our eyes are always peeled for a glimpse of a hummingbird flitting ...

As they zip around in search of nectar, hummingbirds have no trouble navigating dense foliage and other tight spaces. This feat is especially impressive for hummers, because unlike other birds, they ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Hummingbirds are some of the world’s fastest birds and must ...

That may sound surprising when you consider the mobility of these tiny buzz birds. With jet-like speed they can fly forward and backward, shoot directly up or dive rapidly and even hover in one place.

If you're lucky enough to be visited by hummingbirds, you've probably spent many a moment marveling at them as they go about their busy lives. And who could blame you? They are some of the animal ...