For clear, detailed views, choose binoculars with at least 8x magnification. This allows you to spot hummingbirds from a distance without disturbing them.
Willows provide soft twigs and leaves that hummingbirds can use to line their nests. Their flexible branches also offer ideal spots for birds to rest and hide.
The flexible, red stems of the dogwood are perfect for hummingbirds to build their nests. It’s a favorite shrub for providing both material and cover for these small birds.
Cottonwood trees offer soft fibers from their seeds, which hummingbirds can use to line their nests. The tree’s branches also provide a safe place for them to rest and build.
Oak trees offer strong branches for nest building and acorns for other wildlife. Hummingbirds also benefit from the soft leaves, which can help cushion their nests and provide shelter.
Pine trees are great for providing pine needles, which hummingbirds can use in their nests. The thick branches offer a safe, sheltered spot for building and resting.
Place feeders high, away from dense shrubs, and avoid areas with spider webs. Keeping cats indoors helps ensure the safety of these fragile birds.