Tiny, Camouflaged Nests: Hummingbird nests are incredibly small, often no larger than a half-dollar, and are typically camouflaged
Female Builds the Nest: Female hummingbirds are solely responsible for building the nest. They use their tiny, agile beaks
Egg Size and Clutch Size: Hummingbird eggs are among the smallest bird eggs, about the size of a pea.
Incubation Period: After laying eggs, the female incubates them alone. The incubation period is usually about 10 to 14 days,
Rapid Growth of Chicks: Hummingbird chicks grow incredibly fast. They hatch blind and featherless, but they develop rapidly,
High-Calorie Diet: The mother feeds her chicks a diet of regurgitated nectar mixed with insects and spiders for protein.
Nestling Care: During the nesting period, the female frequently visits the nest to feed her young and to keep them warm.
Fledging and Independence: Once the chicks are ready to fledge, they make short, fluttering flights from the nest as they learn to fly