Hummingbirds build nests using plant material, spider silk, and feathers. Nests are small and cup-shaped, often found in trees or shrubs.
Female hummingbirds construct nests alone. They may use lichen to camouflage the nest. Nests are built with precision and care to protect eggs.
Hummingbird nests are lined with soft materials like moss and fur for insulation. They are typically built on branches for safety from predators.
After laying eggs, female hummingbirds diligently incubate them. They regulate temperature by sitting on the eggs to keep them warm.
Once hatched, hummingbird chicks are fed regurgitated nectar and insects by the mother. Chicks grow rapidly and fledge within a few weeks.
Hummingbird parents continue to care for fledglings, teaching them to fly and feed. The young birds eventually leave the nest to explore the world.