Small and Delicate Construction: Hummingbird nests are incredibly small, usually about the size of a half walnut shell.
Location of Nests: Hummingbirds often build their nests in sheltered locations, such as tree branches, shrubs, or even on hanging plant baskets.
Building Process: Female hummingbirds are solely responsible for building the nest. They weave the materials together using their beaks and feet, and the nest is often camouflaged by surrounding vegetation to provide additional protection.
Eggs and Incubation: Hummingbird nests typically contain 1 to 2 tiny eggs, about the size of a jellybean.
Chick Development: After hatching, the chicks are altricial, meaning they are born blind and featherless.
Nesting Season: Hummingbirds usually breed in spring or early summer, with the nesting process depending on the specific species and environmental conditions.
Discretion After Fledging: Once the young birds are ready to fly, they leave the nest, but the mother typically does not reuse it.