Hummingbirds are known for their small stature and beautiful coloring. These little birds are not very peaceful; in fact, they arequite territorial. Male hummingbirds are aggressive towards other ...

For several years I’ve written about Morning Joe, a congenial little Allen’s hummingbird who seemed content to perch just a few feet away on a garden agave as I enjoyed my first cup of coffee. We ...

Just because hummingbirds visit your flowers or feeders, doesn't mean there's a nest nearby. But there are several clues when ...

There are several explanations for why hummers behave in this manner! The biggest reasons hummingbirds engage in aerial combat are to secure breeding and feeding territory. A true in-flight fight of ...

At first, I didn't know what I was seeing — a tiny blur at the edge of a bush in Seattle's Wedgwood neighborhood, from which emitted a dramatic, high-pitched scream. Then the scene became clear: Two ...

Hummingbirds may be tiny, but their behavior often surprises people who expect them to be gentle and easygoing. Instead of peaceful and laidback, these colorful birds can appear bold, feisty, and even ...