About Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Solitary bird, only coming together during mating seasonNectivorous, eating a variety of nectar, insects, and spidersKnown for its bright red throat patch and rapid wing movement
Size
7 - 9 cm
Weight
2 - 5 g
Lifespan
up to 5-7 years
Diet
Nectivorous, eating a variety of nectar, insects, and spiders
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- Climate change
- Collisions with glass and other human-made structures
Additional Notes
The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a widespread and relatively common species, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and fragmentation, climate change, and collisions with glass and other human-made structures.
Distribution
Eastern United States
North America • United States
Southeastern Canada
North America • Canada
The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a migratory species, spending the summer months in eastern North America and the winter months in Central America and the Caribbean.