It’s time for the hummingbirds to return.
Here are some cool facts –
*The Ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common species that breeds in the eastern half of North America.
*They beat their wings about 53 times a second.
*Males migrate earlier than females.
Remember to clean feeders often with mild soap or vinegar, and make your own nectar with no dyes.
Ingredients
- Refined white sugar
- Water
Directions for making safe hummingbird food:
- Mix 1 part sugar with 4 parts water (for example, 1 cup of sugar with 4 cups of water) until the sugar is dissolved
- Do not add red dye
- Fill your hummingbird feeders with the sugar water and place outside
- Extra sugar water can be stored in a refrigerator
- Change feeders every other day and thoroughly clean them each time to prevent harmful mold growth