Ruby-throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)
- HABITAT -Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are primarily found in North America, particularly in habitats that include deciduous forests, forest edges, orchards, gardens, and coastal areas. They are also known to inhabit parks and suburban areas with suitable flowering plants. Its breeding range spans from southern Canada, throughout the eastern United States, and into parts of Central America. During migration, they traverse the Gulf of Mexico to reach their wintering grounds in Central America, Mexico, and even into northern South America..
- DIET - These tiny birds primarily feed on nectar from a variety of flowers, favoring tubular-shaped blooms such as trumpet vines, honeysuckle, and various wildflowers. They also consume small insects and spiders, which provide them with essential proteins and nutrients, especially during the breeding season when they require additional energy.
- FACTS - Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are solitary creatures for the most part, except during the breeding season and migration when they may gather in larger numbers. Males are known for their aerial displays and territorial behavior, defending prime feeding and nesting territories from other hummingbirds and even larger birds.
