"From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of The Soul of an Octopus, a perfect gem of a book about those most exquisite and extraordinary of winged creatures--hummingbirds."--

"Meet the small yet mighty hummingbird! This book introduces these birds to elementary kids, exploring their features and behaviors, including their amazing flying abilities. A folk talk explains how hummingbirds got their colorful feathers"--

Covers basic facts about hummingbird life and some of the different species of hummingbirds.

More than 5 years of behavioral research and field work has led to this extraordinary documentary that contains the most striking features of of hummingbirds. recordings in high-definition video in Panama, Costa Rica, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru and Brazil. Over 60 stunning species of hummingbirds, close-ups, action clips, the relationship with the flowers.

"...a complete guide to attracting, understanding, and protecting hummingbirds."-- Shewey shares facts, tips, and ecological information that will help readers attract, understand, protect hummingbirds. From advice on feeders to planing and landscaping that will have your garden whirring with tiny wings, he provides all you need to know to entice these delightful creatures. An identification guide with details on plumage variations includes range...

When twelve-year-old Olive, who suffers from brittle bone disease and has been homeschooled all her life, finally attends school in person she soon discovers fitting in is not that easy, but if she can find the magical wish-granting hummingbird that supposedly lives nearby, and prove herself worthy, maybe her deepest wish will be granted. Twelve-year-old Olive suffers from brittle bone disease and has been homeschooled all her life. When she is finally...

The hummingbird is one of the most attractive and popular birds in North America. Its small size, brilliant coloring, and ability to feed in flight make it a favorite backyard visitor. This colorful guide describes the fascinating life of a variety of hummingbird species in the wild and tells bird lovers how to attract hummingbirds to the backyard. Information from the most recently published research is augmented by personal experiences in the field...

The world of nature awaits you right in your own backyard. Search for fast-flying Hummingbirds. While on safari, learn how to identify and observe these birds and discover their interesting behaviors, life cycle, enemies, and defenses.

Introduces hummingbirds, discussing their physical features, habitat, life cycle, predators, and unusual speed.

"Simple text and full-color photographs introduce hummingbirds"--