Hummingbirds facts and folklore from the Americas

Hummingbird facts accompany tales from various peoples of the Americas to give readers an informative and cultural look at these amazing birds.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Larson, Jeanette
Other Authors: Yorinks, Adrienne
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Watertown, MA : Charlesbridge, c2011.
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Table of Contents:
  • Size and physical characteristics. Why the hummingbird's throat is red
  • Diet and food. Why the hummingbird drinks nectar
  • Plumage and color. How the hummingbird got its color
  • Flight. How the hummingbird won the race
  • Habitat. Why the hummingbird lives in the mountains
  • Migration. Why the hummingbird migrates to Mexico
  • Courtship and reporduction. Why the hummingbird is attracted to the color red
  • Vocalization. Why the hummingbird has no song
  • Predators. Why the hummingbird is a fearless warrior.