North Louisiana Wildlife
Ruby-throated hummingbird flying near green leaves

Did you know that ruby-throated hummingbirds cannot walk or hop because of their short legs?

Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds
at
a Glance

Female ruby-throated hummingbird on a limb

Key Features:

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are green birds with white and gray chests and bellies. Males have red throats. Females have white and gray throats.

Least Concern - Population Increasing

Habitat:

Fields, forest edges, deciduous forests, meadows, prairies, and yards

nesting habits:

Ruby-throated hummingbirds build nests in trees out of dandelion, lichen, moss, and spider silk.

seasons ruby-throated hummingbirds are active in our area:

Spring, summer

Diet:

Insects, nectar, and sap

hunting Behavior:

Ruby-throated hummingbirds forage while hovering.

Commonly Confused With:

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are unique in Louisiana. Here are two cool facts.

Ruby-throated hummingbird on a thin branch

Ruby-throated hummingbirds can fly 30 miles per hour.

Hidden ruby-throated hummingbird in green bushes

Ruby-throated hummingbirds can scratch their heads with their feet.

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