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Birds
Hummingbird
Archilochus colubris
- Diet
- Nectarivore
- Lifespan
- 3-5 years
- Weight
- 0.002-0.02 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) is a nectarivore species found in Americas, gardens and forests. It typically lives 3-5 years, weighing around 0.002-0.02 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the hummingbird: Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards.
Birds are feathered, egg-laying vertebrates known for flight, complex songs, and remarkable migratory abilities. With thousands of species worldwide, they occupy nearly every habitat on the planet.