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By Marilyn Kinsey Business 91L-Section 9. HUMMINGBIRDS. Information about Hummingbirds. There are 16 species of Hummingbirds in North America and Canada Hummingbirds are only found in the Americas They are the smallest bird in the world
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By Marilyn Kinsey Business 91L-Section 9 HUMMINGBIRDS
Information about Hummingbirds • There are 16 species of Hummingbirds in North America and Canada • Hummingbirds are only found in the Americas • They are the smallest bird in the world • Hummingbirds are carnivores (nectar is just the fuel to power their flycatching activity) • They can beat their wings 60 to 200 times per second
Hummingbirds in Motion Their flight speed averages 25-30 miles per hour They fly forward, backward, shift sideways, and stop in midair They ‘ve even been known to fly upside down !
want to attract hummers to your yard? • Plant their favorite flowers such as Honeysuckle ,Trumpet Vine, Salvias, Lily, Nasturtiums, or Hibiscus • Hang a Feeder
contents • Hummingbirds • Information About Hummingbirds • Hummingbirds in Motion • What to Attract Hummers to Your Yard