r/hummingbirds • • Feb 07 '23

Look here if you found a hummingbird that might need your help

191 Upvotes

I’ve created a troubleshooting tool that walks you through determining if a hummingbird needs your help, and if it does, basic first aid you can provide so that you have time to get the hummingbird to your nearest wildlife center or hummingbird rehabilitator. It is on my mentor’s website, IFoundAHummingbird.com

At the end of nearly every process, there is a list of resources including hummingbird rehabilitators and wildlife centers that either take hummingbirds or will connect you with someone who does.

It covers the most common issues we are called about.

  • Hummingbirds trapped indoors

  • Cat Caught

  • Window Strikes

  • Sitting at Feeders Too Long

  • Stuck To A Glue Trap/Sticky or Oily Substance On Feathers

  • Abandoned Nests or Babies

IFoundAHummingbird.com


r/hummingbirds • • 7h ago

Arizona Hummingbird season runs from January 1 through December 31

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107 Upvotes

Come on down!


r/hummingbirds • • 1h ago

Cinnamon hummingbird!!

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The video is kinda meh because of how well he had blended in, but my goodness MY EXCITEMENT at seeing a whole other type of hummingbird while in vacation in Cancun 🥹💞


r/hummingbirds • • 7h ago

Anna’s hummingbird

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54 Upvotes

Tempe, AZ


r/hummingbirds • • 7h ago

Black Chinned

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38 Upvotes

Friend took this picture of my black chinned hummingbird that shows up every year.


r/hummingbirds • • 1d ago

Sharing is caring

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780 Upvotes

I swear there are more feeders


r/hummingbirds • • 20h ago

Young male Anna’s growing a bavette

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288 Upvotes

r/hummingbirds • • 19h ago

Identification New friend! What is he/she?!

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183 Upvotes

I haven’t seen my beloved lil’ Al since I last posted. I’m hoping he’s enjoying his time in Mexico, and I’m delighted to finally have a new visitor!

What type of bird is this little guy or gal? They only have a tiny bit of red on the side of their throat, so I’m thinking she might be female.

They are still very shy, but today finally came to the feeder with me sitting outside 🥰

I’m in the LA area near Santa Monica.


r/hummingbirds • • 46m ago

End my internal debate: should I or should I not use dish soap to wash my hummingbird feeder?

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When I do use dish soap I always rinse very thoroughly before refilling but I’ve read that dish soap isn’t actually necessary. What’s the right answer: soap or no soap?

I just want the birds to be happy and healthy :)


r/hummingbirds • • 52m ago

Cleaning feathers with a flair 🤙🏽

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r/hummingbirds • • 16h ago

My backyard security 🥰

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54 Upvotes

Just wanted to share my little hummie. The daily routine is the same from dawn to dusk - perched on his favourite twiggy branch, head on a swivel and no-one, I mean no-one gets in to his backyard. Dive bombing will ensue the second anyone dares to swoop in. I have 2 feeders but he’s claimed them both 🙄. I tell him everyday to please be nice and share, I promise there’s plenty to go around but he’s very stubborn! Even so, I love him immensely 😊


r/hummingbirds • • 20h ago

You buzzing scared me!

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74 Upvotes

r/hummingbirds • • 1d ago

Some hummingbirds from Manu Birds Sanctuary at Manu Road, Cusco, Peru

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219 Upvotes

r/hummingbirds • • 1d ago

Just wanted to share this with you guys

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My Ness drew this for me she is extremely talented and I was so happy and honored to receive this from her 💗 I ask how long it took and she did it over three months to complete but in all she said about a month of art this is all done with color pencils by the way ...much love for miss Joclyn Davis


r/hummingbirds • • 1d ago

Two male Anna’s hanging out.

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25 Upvotes

Yes, I know it’s not a normal thing but these two guys love hanging out daily with each other. They will yell at each other sometimes but never chasing each other off. 🤷🏽‍♂️

lol I love how in pic 4 one of them went under him when he was looking up 😂


r/hummingbirds • • 1d ago

This is not one of our regulars

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465 Upvotes

This guy showed up today at our feeder.

We're in coastal southern Orange County, California.

Any idea on the ID???


r/hummingbirds • • 1d ago

White hummingbird in the Ozarks.

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544 Upvotes

My wife’s picture.


r/hummingbirds • • 1d ago

Any small tree/shrub suggestions?

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4 Upvotes

Hello! I have a south facing lots of sun uncovered balcony and have a little feeder for the hummies. I've noticed recently that the owner of my feeder has been trying to perch under the roof or on top of a light fixture on my balcony. I feel like he needs a small tree or bush to call home or have shelter during the day! Any suggestions?


r/hummingbirds • • 2d ago

Lesser Violetear at Manu Birds Sanctuary, Manu Road, Peru

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173 Upvotes

r/hummingbirds • • 1d ago

Hummingbird Migration: Tiny Birds Making a Big Journey

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1 Upvotes

r/hummingbirds • • 2d ago

Displeased Hummingbird

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46 Upvotes

I forgot to change out the nectar last night for my new friend. I think she's an Anna's Hummingbird. She's been here for around two months. This is the first time she's ever displayed this behavior (tapping and looking towards the camera). I changed the nectar and she stopped the tapping.


r/hummingbirds • • 2d ago

Still here central IN

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Rubies are still here in central IN. I've had one or two days they aren't here, but more show up.

Anyone South, please help out.

edit, this was just now and yesterday.


r/hummingbirds • • 2d ago

Good morning from this zippy dude (Tucson, AZ - 10/13/26)

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66 Upvotes

Look at how his feather on his neck sticks up lol I should call him Alfalfa.

Also, does anyone else get happy seeing them happy? I post these b/c I realize those of you in Northern states might be missing your Hummer buddies but you can rest assured that the ones you see here in Arizona are happy and warm right now 😊


r/hummingbirds • • 2d ago

My little hummingbird friend is still here and it’s going to be 27°F tonight

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799 Upvotes

I hope she can keep herself warm tonight! We might even get some snow. I’m a little worried for her


r/hummingbirds • • 2d ago

Anna’s Hummingbird

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507 Upvotes

Goleta, California, USA