That annual northern mass migration of hummingbirds has begun, with the colorful birds already reaching North Carolina.

“I feel there is no way to avoid thinking of color when you think of hummingbirds”, said Gabriela Venable, who is the lead author of the newly published study of hummingbird color (ref). “We give them ...

Yale ornithologist Richard Prum has spent years studying the molecules and nanostructures that give many bird species their rich colorful plumage, but nothing prepared him for what he found in ...

Beccy holds a PhD in Biological Science, a Master’s in Molecular Biology of Parasites and Disease Vectors, and a Bachelor’s in Human Biology and Forensic Science. Beccy holds a PhD in Biological ...

Hummingbirds have a certain charm they bring into your garden-zipping through the air like little sparks of joy. It's easy to get hooked on watching them. If you've been wondering how to get more of ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Hummingbirds can see an impressive array of colors that are ...

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are heading to Michigan, and with Hummingbird Central's interactive 2026 Hummingbird Spring Migration Map, you can track their path northward live. The tiny bird should ...

If you want to start a spirited but friendly argument between birders, just ask a group to identify a rufous or an Allen’s hummingbird. You might as well send out for food, because the debate could ...

A special filter helps hummers easily spot the hue, but that's not the same as a natural attraction. Artificial dyes in ...

Want to attract pollinating creatures to your garden? Consider these colorful ground cover options that will invite hummingbirds and butterflies.