It is the time of year when the ruby-throated hummingbirds are on their fall migration south for the winter. They stop here in Texas to fuel up on the sweet nectars of wild flowers. Unfortunately, these four had an accident and were found grounded by some kind people. After evaluating why they were grounded, we believe all four have a fractured coracoid (think of clavicle in humans). This is usually caused by flying into objects. One way you can help prevent such an injury is to place stickers o

Ruby-throated hummingbirds move exceptionally quickly, they are capable of rapidly beating their wings more than 50 times a second. It's possible to hear the beat of the wings, which make a humming sound, hence the bird's name. These hummingbirds are very small, growing only 3.5 inches (nine centimeters) tall and weighing less than a quarter of an ounce (seven grams). However, they eat approximately every 15 minutes to maintain their energy. They must enter deep torpor every night and greatly re