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 ...

Hummingbirds have a Napoleon complex. Tiny yet tough, these avian friends are fiercely territorial and often startlingly ...

Birding experts answer some of the most commonly asked questions about fascinating hummingbird behavior that you might see in ...

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 ...

Hummingbirds are tiny and delicate, but don’t be fooled: They are among the most aggressive birds in the avian kingdom. Their territorial fury is especially aimed at other hummingbirds. Competition ...

In the cheap entertainment department, hummingbirds rank at the top. A $10 feeder, a few tablespoons of sugar, and bingo, you’ve hit the jackpot. Just put out the feeder, take a seat somewhere close, ...

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 are attracted to nectar-rich, brightly colored, tubular flowers like red buckeye. Salvia, beebalm, and coral honeysuckle are excellent plant choices for attracting hummingbirds. Many ...