To our eyes, they often are a blur. But high-speed cameras show us what makes these birds perfect flying machines. A captive Anna’s hummingbird feeds while hovering before an optical illusion in ...

Tiny mites seem capable of relying on the power of static cling to hop into hummingbird nostrils and move between flowers.

Hummingbirds, fondly referred to as “hummers” among birders, are a type of small bird known for their incredible flying skills, including the ability to hover in mid-air due to the rapid ...

Their sophisticated flying abilities have captured the attention of robot designers, especially those studying the use of drones in modern warfare. “Hummingbirds are the best flyers out there ...

Well, it’s that time of year again. The countdown is on and it’s just a matter of a few precious days to a week or so before we we’ll say goodbye to one of our favorite avian ...