Mention hummingbirds in Mississippi and ruby-throated hummingbirds will most likely be the species that comes to mind. They are the only hummingbird species that breeds in eastern North America and ...

Identifying the types of hummingbirds that feed in your yard can be both fun and frustrating. Sometimes it’s simple, but in some places distinguishing between species be downright challenging. Much ...

Hummingbirds are miniature marvels, combining dazzling iridescent color with lightning-fast wings and gravity-defying flight. As symbols of hope and joy, it’s no wonder we want to bring hummers closer ...

Hummingbirds in North America are currently experiencing contrasting population changes, and little is known about the factors contributing to these changes. We examined the demography of two species ...

Hummingbirds are delightful little birds to spot in your summer garden. With their vibrant colors and fast-moving wings, they can brighten up any yard. When do hummingbirds return to Wisconsin, and ...

This month I’m heading to southeast Arizona in pursuit of birds — hummingbirds, in particular. It’s the best time of year for it, despite the heat. I hope to raise my hummingbird life list to 14 or 15 ...

It’s almost time for a popular bird to return to Kansas for the spring and summer seasons. Hummingbirds migrate to Kansas in mid-April, according to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. There ...

Hummingbirds are once again returning to their breeding grounds as spring comes around. That means it is time to start thinking about putting out your hummingbird feeders. The small birds can weigh ...

Beat the winter blues by planting now — from snapdragons to foxgloves, these spring flowers started from seed will have ...

Stephen has degrees in science (Physics major) and arts (English Literature and the History and Philosophy of Science), as well as a Graduate Diploma in Science Communication. Stephen has degrees in ...