Hummingbirds do not commonly carry diseases but are susceptible to the diseases found in other birds. The Avian Poxvirus, Candidiasis, and Conjunctivitis have all been shown to affect the Trochilidae...
Category: Care
Hummingbirds remember and recognize humans, they are known to fly over and around humans to alert them of spoiled or empty feeders. Spending time taking care of and feeding hummingbirds can be...
Hummingbird Garden Plans: Everything You Need To Get Started
Planting a hummingbird garden is one of the best ways to attract hummingbirds. A hummingbird garden will also benefit other pollinators. With just a tiny area or some containers, you can grow...
Cleaning hummingbird feeders regularly is essential as old and rancid nectar can be a carrier of disease for hummingbirds. There are three good true and tried methods to keeping your feeders clean...
Hand-feeding hummingbirds is possible with a few tricks and lots of patience. No special skills are required, just a positive attitude and some consistency. In most of Canada and the US, the...
Albinism is a genetic mutation that produces little or no pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes. The amount of pigment they can't produce can vary significantly between albino birds. Some may not...