Corrections & Clarifications: A previous version of this story included an incorrect ratio for water to sugar in hummingbird food. There are more than 300 species of hummingbirds in the world. While ...

Homemade hummingbird nectar can be made with a 4:1 ratio of boiling water to refined white sugar. Place multiple feeders near each other, ideally with perches, to encourage hummingbird feeding. For ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's always exciting to see a hummingbird in the yard, its tiny wings flapping a mile a minute as it drinks from the feeder. There are ...

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In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring sugar and 3/4 cup water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Add optional ...