It's
no wonder that certain hummingbird species are endangered, considering how tiny
and delicate they are. The females lay eggs smaller than jelly beans, and their
nests are as tiny as thimbles. With wings flapping at 50-80 beats per second,
they're like a blur to the human eye.
Their
rapid metabolism isn't the only fast thing about these incredible creatures.
Their weight can fluctuate throughout the day as they eat and burn energy,
thanks to their high metabolism. That's why they need to feed 5-8 times an hour
to keep up with their energy needs. It's no surprise that they spend so much
time filling up their tiny stomachs!
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Hummingbirds
are sugar fiends, consuming half to eight times their weight in sugar every
day. Their hearts beat at an astonishing rate of more than 1200 times per
minute, compared to a human heart's 80 beats per minute. That means a
hummingbird's heart beats a whopping 20 times for every single beat of a human
heart!
Usually
known for their territorial behavior and fierce competition, hummingbirds
surprised many when photographer Wildwingsla captured images of 30 of them
peacefully gathered around a bird bath. The water seemed to have a calming
effect, momentarily setting aside their usual instincts to defend their
territories.
The
birds seemed to relish their collective bath time, and Wildwingsla shared the
footage with a caption: “A remarkable
moment as 30 hummingbirds gather for a morning wash! It's hard to believe
they'll be squabbling again in just five minutes.”
Amidst
times of division and conflict, these birds offer a valuable lesson in setting
aside differences and living harmoniously. Their shared bath is a reminder of
the power of unity, even among creatures with distinct personalities. Spread
the joy of this hummingbird pool party with your loved ones—it's bound to bring
a smile to their faces too!
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