10 Fascinating Facts About Hummingbirds You Won’t Believe

Hummingbirds can fly backward, sideways, and even upside down due to their unique wing structure.

Despite their small size, hummingbirds are known to be fiercely territorial and will defend their feeding areas vigorously.

Hummingbirds have an incredibly fast metabolism, with some species beating their wings up to 80 times per second.

Hummingbirds have excellent memories and can remember every flower they have visited and how long it will take for the nectar to refill.

Some hummingbird species migrate over 500 miles across the Gulf of Mexico in a single journey, without stopping to rest.

Hummingbirds are the only birds that can hover in place for an extended period, thanks to their rapid wing movements.

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