What is a hummingbird?
Q: What is a hummingbird?
A: A hummingbird is a small bird species of the family Trochilidae known for their ability to hover in mid-air by rapidly flapping their wings and flying backwards.
Q: How small can a hummingbird be?
A: The smallest living bird species is the bee hummingbird, which can measure 2-5 cm in length.
Q: What sets hummingbirds apart from other birds?
A: Hummingbirds are the only group of birds able to fly backwards.
Q: How fast can hummingbirds fly?
A: Hummingbirds can fly at speeds over 15 m/s (54 km/h, 34 mi/h).
Q: How many times can hummingbirds flap their wings per second?
A: Depending on the species, hummingbirds can flap their wings 12-80 times per second.
Q: What sound do hummingbirds make?
A: The rapid wing beats of hummingbirds actually hum.
Q: What is the size range of most hummingbird species?
A: Most hummingbird species measure 7.5-13 cm (3-5 in) in length.
