Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds: Tiny Hovering Birds

Comparing Animal Traits

by Rebecca E. Hirsch

Discover what makes ruby-throated hummingbirds unique. Compare and contrast the ruby-throated hummingbird's appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle to other birds like the Austrian pelican and the turkey vulture.

32 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2016

About the author

Rebecca E. Hirsch is a botanist-turned-writer and the author of more than 80 science and nature books for children. Her books have won a Riverby Award, a Green Prize for Sustainable Literature, a Green Earth Book Award Honor, and many starred reviews. www.rebeccahirsch.com

Reviews

[Chris Koeth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lots of information, she compares the Ruby-throated hummingbird to other birds which is fascinating. Lots of colorful photos. This is my fault, but I purchased the paperback edition, I would recommend the hardback edition.

[Theresa · Rating 4 out of 5]

8x11 full-color, lots of photos, maps and diagrams. What they look like, where they live and their life cycle. Compares hummingbirds to other birds for size, weight, feeding habits and coloring.

My mom has these feeding from her patio feeder. So busy and tiny.