They are bee hummingbirds, which spend the summer in Alaska as well as the rest of the U.S. West Coast. The bee hummingbird is a little bit smaller, doesn't have rufous coloring, and inhabits Cuba.
One of nature's tiniest creatures, this fragile bird is an evolutionary miracle. With a length of only 5–6 cm and a weight of under 2g, it is even bee-sized.
Like other hummingbirds, they have stunning iridescent plumage that sets them apart from bees. They look like flying diamonds when they fly. Don't miss the opportunity to view them if you get the chance; they are very stunning.
Males have green bodies and vivid red necks when the estrus season begins in March. Females have a blue body with a black neck and underbelly. Males have a striking pink or crimson light from the top of their heads to their throats, and they sing and perform in the air all around to entice females.
They lay eggs that are approximately an inch long and the size of a coffee bean. The mother bird won't let the father get close to the eggs though because of the vivid plumage since predators would see it.
Like other hummingbirds, bee hummingbirds mostly eat nectar, but they occasionally eat insects and spiders as well. According to estimates, hummingbirds visit 1,500 flowers every day, which benefits the ecology by encouraging plant reproduction. They remain in their native Cuba, though, and are satisfied with subtropical conditions.
The bee hummingbird's population is decreasing since it is presently classified as being close to extinction. Let's work together to save the ecosystem for these great species since it is a disgrace for this gorgeous bird.
