Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Ruby-throated hummingbird.
Ruby-throated hummingbird. Photo by Joshua J. Cotten on Unsplash
AppearanceTiny bird about 3″ long with iridescent green and a black throat patch that reflects bright ruby red in the sunlight. Females are the same but don’t have the throat patch.
DietNectar, insects.
Feeder FoodNectar.
HabitatDeciduous woodlands and prairies.
NestingThimble-shaped nests are built high on the branch of a deciduous tree. They have 1-2 broods/year and 1-3 eggs/brood. Eggs are very tiny and white. Incubation is for 12-14 days.

Range Map

Ruby-throated hummingbird range map
Ruby-throated hummingbird range map. Compliments of The Cornell Lab.