“I feel there is no way to avoid thinking of color when you think of hummingbirds”, said Gabriela Venable, who is the lead author of the newly published study of hummingbird color (ref). “We give them ...

Hummingbirds are some of the most brightly-colored things in the entire world. Their feathers are iridescent-- light bounces off them like a soap bubble, resulting in shimmering hues that shift as you ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. As far as birds go, the tiny, swift hummingbird is pretty in touch ...

When hummingbirds make decisions regarding food, evading predators or choosing a mate, they’re influenced by the diverse colors they can see that are invisible to human eyes, according to a new study.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The thought of several hummingbirds flitting around the yard is enough to bring a smile to anyone's face. Putting a hummingbird feeder out is ...

Hummingbirds are some of the most brightly-colored things in the entire world. Their iridescent feathers reflect light in a way that other birds can't match, and scientists weren't sure what made ...