Birds are a significant part of the wildlife in the ecosystems of Eagle County and around the world. eBird data shows that there have been 290 bird species recorded in Eagle County. The mission ...

When you think of scary animals, what comes to mind? Maybe lions, hippos or snakes? But you might be surprised to know that ...

By Howard Whiteman Murray State University It was an odd place for a hummingbird nest, but there it was. I typically think ...

The typical hummingbird nest is about 1 and one-half inches in diameter (the size of a walnut shell), lined with plant down and secured with spider webs to cradle two pea-sized eggs.

Smallest hummingbird, Vinalaes, Cuba. Jeanette Alosi The hummingbird is the smallest of all birds, and the smallest hummingbird is the bee hummingbird Mellisuga helenae of Cuba, which weighs as little ...

In terms of location, hummingbirds prefer to build their nests anywhere between 10 to 40 feet off the ground. They usually place them in sheltered areas of trees that provide sufficient cover from ...

Have you been noticing bees, wasps, and other insects loitering around your hummingbird feeders? Avoiding the use of this ...

If you want to attract and support hummingbirds during migration, preparation is key — like setting up feeders and nests where they can rest.