Ruby Throated Hummingbirds on Choctaw Ridge

The Ruby Throated Hummingbird is an amazing bird. These birds are the only birds that can fly backwards. God was showing out when he created the hummingbird. They get to Mississippi in March and stay until October then they head for Mexico and South America to winter over. They breed in the USA East of the Mississippi River. They live on an average of 3-4 years. I have been told they come back to the place of thier birth every year. I am feeding over 100 hummers a day and will until the first frost. They mainly eat insects and must have insects to get the nutrients they need. They love the sugar water in the feeders and it provides them with plenty of energy. White Cane Sugar is the only sugar you should use in the feeders since any other kind will set up bacteria and make your birds sick. 1 part sugar to 3/4 water. Best to boil the water and sugar mixture let it cool then fill feeders. I put my feeders on shepherd hooks so I can move them if need be. They are a great addition to any backyard garden.