1) Hummingbirds have iridescent feathers that shimmer in the sunlight.

2) The hummingbirds flitted from flower to flower, sipping nectar with their long tongues.

3) In the spring, our garden is filled with the sound of hummingbirds buzzing around.

4) Hummingbirds are known for their rapid wing beats, some species can beat their wings up to 80 times per second.

5) It’s always a delight to watch hummingbirds hover in mid-air as they feed.

6) Hummingbirds have a high metabolism and must consume their body weight in nectar each day to survive.

7) The ruby-throated hummingbird is one of the most common species found in North America.

8) Hummingbirds are able to fly backwards, a unique ability among birds.

9) Some species of hummingbirds have beaks that are perfectly adapted to feed on specific types of flowers.

10) The sight of a hummingbird darting through a garden is a sure sign that spring has arrived.