Like many “western” hummingbirds, the broad-tailed is increasingly found in late fall and winter in the southeast. Polytypic (2 ssp.; nominate in North America). Length 3.5–4"; bill 16–20 mm.

Among them, the broad-tailed hummingbird rises to heights few other species dare to venture. Broad-tailed hummingbirds occupy the mountainous forests of Guatemala, Mexico, and the Western United ...

During the annual hummingbird migration, Colorado plays host to tons of these tiny, fluttering birds as they follow the path ...

If you're wondering what hummingbird species are in your backyard, check out the 15 types of hummingbirds that breed in the United States.

Hummingbirds are reaching the U.S.'s northernmost states as the small but mighty birds wrap up their spring migration season. Known for their impossibly fast wings and long, slender beaks ...

Unique among birds, hummingbirds' wings allow them to hover. A broad-tailed hummingbird feeds on Jupiter's beard.

Find the black-chinned hummingbird in Texas sometime between mid-March to early May to breed, and they will stay until mid-July through mid-October. The broad-tailed hummingbird passes through ...

Outside of black-chinned hummingbirds, Albuquerque commonly sees broad-tailed, rufous, and calliope hummingbirds. As for where they hang out, the BioPark’s botanical gardens have some frequent f ...

Every year, birdwatchers eagerly anticipate their arrival, and typically, hummingbirds begin to reach the Mohawk Valley in late April and early May. This year, hummingbirds are arriving earlier than ...

For hummingbird fans in southern New Mexico ... migratory path for multiple hummingbird species, including rufous, broad-tailed, and calliope, that excitement usually is a mid to late summer ...

Several hummingbird species have been spotted throughout California in recent weeks, according to an online map, revealing which of these tiny birds may be headed to your gardens and feeders.