Don't let their size fool you — hummingbirds are small yet mighty birds. These unique facts about the adorable species will ...

If you’re quick, you may see a hummingbird flitting around your garden or possibly hovering as it sips nectar. These tiny ...

These are lichens. Lichens are non-destructive, living organisms composed of a fungus and algae living in a symbiotic ...

I observed a female chipping sparrow with something in it’s beak. It looked like short, fine pieces of tan, dry grass.

The nest expands as the chicks grow. Mother hummingbirds are adept at disguising their nests with moss, lichen, and other plant matter. This explains why their babies are so difficult to locate.

Hummingbirds are like the chihuahuas of the bird world: they are tiny, territorial, tightly wound, and too cute. While there are 17 species that nest in the United States, most live near the border ...

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.

Where to Plant Hibiscus for Hummingbirds Hummingbirds are tiny and if you want to watch them, it’s best to plant at least some of your hibiscus close to windows, decks, or patios.

A: Most birds are fairly secretive as they build their nests, to avoid being spotted by a predator that might return later on a raiding visit. So, it’s not surprising that you haven’t seen ...