Just What Do Hummingbirds Eat?

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Kelsey Waddell
May 28, 2024

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Stories Of The Day:

Nectar Nourishment: Do Hummingbirds Eat Bees?

If you put out hummingbird feeders, it won’t come as a surprise that bees and wasps also enjoy sugar water, and that can create quite a problem at your feeders. An aggressive wasp in particular

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Do Hummingbirds Like Peonies: A Blossoming Affection

Not all flowers are popular with hummingbirds, including many that are extremely popular with gardeners across the globe. Roses, marigolds, and tulips are staples in gardens across places with ample hummingbirds, including North America, but

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Feathered Faves

Story Of The Day

Little Timmy had a peculiar habit; he loved mimicking bird calls. One sunny afternoon, while practicing his best cardinal whistle, a curious cardinal flew down and peered at him through the window. Amused, Timmy whistled again, and the bird responded!

This went on for a few minutes until suddenly, a whole flock of cardinals appeared. Timmy's backyard had turned into a cardinal convention! It was a sight to behold, and from that day on, Timmy was known as the "Cardinal Whisperer" in his neighborhood. Who knew a simple whistle could turn into a full-fledged bird party?

Check Out This Amazing Rescue of a Bird Frozen to a Fence

If you're a bird lover like I am, then there's a good chance that birds have amazed you time and time again with their abilities. They're fast, they're agile, and they can be super smart.

www.wildbirdscoop.com/bird-frozen-to-metal-fence-rescue.html

Quote Of The Day

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Every bird, every tree, every flower reminds me what a blessing and privilege it is just to be alive.

- Marty Rubin

Until Next Time…

That's all for today's feathered feature. Stay curious, keep your feeders full, and enjoy the little surprises that our winged friends bring to our lives.

- Wild Bird Scoop Team