Several years ago a young hummingbird that had been blown out of its nest was brought in to the rescue center; as it grew, I wondered how it would learn the intricacies of hummingbird flight.

How fast do hummingbirds fly? Hummingbird wing speed varies depending on the species. The smaller the hummingbird, the faster it flaps its wings. Ruby-throated hummingbird wings beat about 50 times a ...

Hummingbirds are unique among birds for numerous reasons, and that also includes their backward flying capability. Like ...

From a hummingbird in flight to up-close encounters with parasites and their hosts, these images will spark the curiosity within. Scientists at the Altshuler Lab at the University of British Columbia ...