The Hummingbirds Are Coming: Here’s How Hoosiers Can Help Track The Migration

Hummingbird season is almost here and migration will begin soon. Find out how you can help track their migration!

Where Do Hummingbirds Go in Winter?

Hummingbirds spend the cold winter months in Mexico and Central America to escape the freezing temperatures across much of the United States. The fall migration usually takes place around August and September as they s

Spring Hummingbird Migration Is Almost Here

These beautiful little creatures begin migrating back to the lower portion of the U.S. as early as February and usually reach the midwest and more northern parts of the country in the spring as they travel to their breeding grounds, according to Hummingbird Central.

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Hummingbird Can Travel Great Distances and They Fly Alone

Despite their tiny size, hummingbirds can travel up to 23 miles in a single day while migrating. These little powerhouses flap their wings between 15 and 80 times per second!

More Stunning Hummingbird Facts

These little feathered friends are truly quite extraordinary. Here are some more amazing Hummingbird facts:

• Hummingbird hearts beat up to 1,260 times in a single minute
• They pack on 25-40% of their body weight to leep up with the physical demands of their migration
• Hummingbirds fly during the daytime and unlike some other birds, they fly alone

How to Report Hummingbird Sightings

Hummingbirds are commonly spotted throughout Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, and Tennessee, but as the migration is happening, you can actually help Hummingbird Central to track their migration back to our region. You can report hummingbird sightings here, alongside your fellow bird watchers. Then take a look at the map below to see where they have already been reported.

[SOURCE: Hummingbird Central]