Journey of the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds

Where do most hummingbirds live?

• Australia

• South America

• Europe

• Africa

What do hummingbirds depend on for their food?

• Fruits

• Insects

• Seeds

• Nectar

What is unique about the sword-billed hummingbird?

• It has the longest bill relative to its body size.

• It cannot hover.

• It can fly backwards.

• It is the smallest hummingbird.

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How do hummingbirds fly compared to other birds?

• They flap their wings faster.

• They glide more.

• They only flap their wings downwards.

• They rotate their wings at the shoulder.

What happens to hummingbirds at night?

• They continue to feed.

• They go into a state similar to hibernation.

• They migrate to warmer areas.

• They build nests.

What is the main reason hummingbirds migrate?

• To find mates.

• To find food.

• To escape predators.

• To lay eggs.

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What do hummingbirds need to do before migrating?

• Shed feathers.

• Build a nest.

• Gain weight.

• Learn to fly backwards.

Why are hummingbird feathers iridescent?

• To attract mates.

• To hide from predators.

• To signal ownership of territory.

• To keep warm.

What allows hummingbirds to hover?

• Their tail feathers.

• Their unique wing rotation.

• Their fast wing flapping.

• Their small size.

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Why do some plants have flowers that only hummingbirds can pollinate?

• To ensure successful pollination.

• To produce more nectar.

• To attract more insects.

• To avoid being eaten.

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