The booted racket-tail hummingbird is one of 132 hummingbird species in Ecuador. © Glenn Bartley/All Canada Photos/Corbis A crimson-rumped toucanet perches on a ...

Recognisable by its remarkably long bill, this South American hummingbird dines on deep flowers out of reach for other birds. This hummingbird is native to the Andes and features a long, slender tail ...

Hummingbirds are among the most fascinating birds in the world, celebrated for their shimmering colours, rapid flight, and ability to hover while feeding. Their name comes from the distinct humming ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Here are nine hummingbird species that will amaze you with ...

Hummingbirds are so called because of the buzzing sound their wings make while in flight. These brightly colored, tiny fliers are one of the most fascinating types of bird around, with their long ...