Hummingbird Facts and Trivia

The video explores the fascinating world of hummingbirds, highlighting their unique characteristics, such as their small size, incredible flight abilities, and specialized anatomy. It delves into their physiological adaptations, including efficient hearts and brains, and explains their wing structure, which allows for agile flight. The video also covers their high-energy metabolism, which relies on sugar-rich nectar. Finally, it encourages viewers to explore more about animals through additional resources.

Which region is home to hummingbirds?

• Western Hemisphere

• Northern Hemisphere

• Southern Hemisphere

• Eastern Hemisphere

What is the smallest species of hummingbird?

• Anna's Hummingbird

• Ruby-throated Hummingbird

• Bee Hummingbird

• Giant Hummingbird

Why can't hummingbirds walk or hop?

• They have no legs

• Their legs are too short

• They have minimal leg and foot structure

• They are too heavy

What percentage of a hummingbird's body weight is its brain?

• 2.1%

• 3.5%

• 4.2%

• 5.0%

How do hummingbirds remember where flowers are located?

• By color

• By scent

• By sound

• By memory

What is unique about hummingbird wing movement?

• They twist to move forward and backward

• They only move in circles

• They glide like larger birds

• They flap up and down

How do hummingbirds generate lift?

• Only on the downstroke

• By gliding

• Only on the upstroke

• On both the downstroke and upstroke

What is the main component of a hummingbird's diet?

• Insects

• Seeds

• Fruits

• Nectar

How do hummingbirds use the sugar they consume?

• They burn it immediately for energy

• They store it as fat

• They convert it to protein

• They store it in their muscles

What would a human need to do to match a hummingbird's energy consumption?

• Drink a can of soda every minute

• Eat a meal every hour

• Sleep for 12 hours a day

• Run a mile every 10 minutes