DIET
What do hummingbirds eat?
Hummingbirds eat nectar, tree sap, and tiny bugs.
How long do hummingbirds live?
They average about 5 years of life.
True or False: Hummingbirds are slow birds.
False! Hummingbirds are fast, little birds.
What do hummingbirds use their beak for?
Hummingbirds use their long beak (and tongue) to eat as much nectar as they can.
What is nectar?
Nectar is a sugary liquid made by plants.
Where do hummingbirds live?
Hummingbirds are mostly found in North and Central America.
How did hummingbirds get their name?
They are called hummingbirds because their wings move so fast they make a humming noise.
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Where can we find nectar?
We can find nectar inside flowers.
How many species of hummingbirds are there?
There are over 300 species of hummingbirds!
What are the different directions a hummingbird can fly?
Hummingbirds can fly in all kinds of directions. They can fly up, down, forwards, backwards, and upside down.
Why do hummingbirds need their feet?
They use their feet to perch and relax because they use lots of energy when they fly and need time to rest.
Why do hummingbirds need energy from food?
They need energy in order to fly.
How often do hummingbirds eat?
Hummingbirds need to eat 5-8 times an hour.
How fast can a hummingbird's wings flap?
The wings on a hummingbird can flap up to 200 times in one second. That is so fast that it looks like a blur.
How fast can a hummingbird's heart beat?
When flying, a hummingbird's heart can beat up to 1,200 beats in one minute!