What do you love about hummingbirds?

Readers share special stories and favorite characteristics of these flying gems

I wear a floral kimono on my deck on warm summer mornings. I’ve had hummingbirds come in close a few times. I love those morning visits but sorry, no nectar here!Caitlyn Suchy VESTAL, NYHummingbirds are like beautiful dreams. I feel lucky to get another glimpse or two.Shawna Fitzsimmons EAST NASSAU, NYThey’re small but mighty. They don’t stand for any nonsense from bigger birds.Carolyn Terlouw AJAX, ONSince I planted firebush and pentas, ruby-throateds fly through during migration. Though their visits are brief, my heart soars when I see one.Dorothy Kamm PORT ST. LUCIE, FL I love the “zoom zoom” sound from the beating of their wings. I’ll hear it just above my head as I pull weeds in my flower bed. It’s just not summer without it!Katrina Hawn HESSTON, PA My husband and…

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Birds & Blooms (Digital) - 1 Issue, June/July 2023

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