Few backyard visitors are as loved as hummingbirds. This hub gathers our complete guides — from the exact nectar recipe to when they arrive and leave — in one place.
The correct nectar recipe
The safe, proven mix is 4 parts water to 1 part plain white sugar — no red dye, no honey, no substitutes. Full instructions are in our hummingbird food (nectar) recipe.
What hummingbirds eat
Nectar is only half the story — hummingbirds also eat small insects for protein. See what do hummingbirds eat?
Migration: when they come and go
Knowing when hummingbirds arrive and leave tells you when to put feeders out and take them down. Read hummingbird migration.
Feeder tips
Clean feeders often to keep hummingbirds safe, and place them well. See how to clean a hummingbird feeder and where to hang a hummingbird feeder.
Lifespan and fun facts
Hummingbirds are astonishing little animals. Learn how long hummingbirds live and browse our hummingbird facts.