The hummingbird study that Tom Smith and Chris ... The prevailing theory goes back almost 60 years, to when biologist Ernst Mayr of Harvard University proposed the "reproductive isolation" theory.

But high-speed cameras show us what makes these birds perfect flying machines. A captive Anna’s hummingbird feeds while hovering before an optical illusion in a reenactment of an experiment that ...

AFTER a prolonged illness Prof. Haeckel died at his house in Jena on August 8 at the age of eighty-five. .His signature of the infamous manifesto issued by ninety-three German professors in 1914 ...

Millions of acres of Michigan forest make for a favorable summer spot for hummingbirds to find a mate, nest and raise their chicks. But as fall rolls around, the little birds have to travel back ...

Hummingbirds are different from most other birds, as they're typically smaller and faster. Because they're such unique and ...

In late summer in Colorado, it's not uncommon to see brightly colored hummingbirds snacking at backyard bird feeders as they migrate south for the winter. The tiny birds that make Colorado their ...

Hummingbirds need access to fresh water, not only for drinking but also for bathing. Bathing helps them keep their feathers clean and in good condition, which is crucial for efficient flight.

The first hummingbirds to arrive in the spring are met with appropriate fanfare, the gossamer-winged travelers feasting on the sweet nectar of flower and feeder alike. How much longer will ruby ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) – Attracting hummingbirds and pollinators like butterflies can add another layer of beauty to your garden. Jeff Wallitsch, of Wallitsch Gardens, has a few tips to make it ...

Probably no other bird in North America gets the attention of people more than hummingbirds. In Mississippi, thousands are pouring into the state as they prepare to cross the Gulf of Mexico into ...

Hummingbirds are fascinating creatures known for their tiny size, incredible agility and long-distance migrations. When do hummingbirds leave NJ? Hummingbirds typically begin their migration south ...