Hummingbirds are small birds that live in both North and South America. There are 330 species of hummingbirds, and the vast majority are brightly colored birds of very small size. Hummingbirds weigh only a few grams. The maximum size of one of the hummingbird species is almost equal to the size of an ordinary starling. The smallest hummingbird weighs 2 grams, its body length is only a few centimeters. The fact is that these birds are masters of high-class flight. They can fly in almost any direction, hover in the air, take off and land vertically.
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The size of the hummingbird can be from 5 cm (bee hummingbird) to 20 cm (giant hummingbird). These birds have a thin beak, and the edges of the upper half are slightly bent down. In some species, the beak may be equal in size to the body of the bird. The tongue is forked, long. The wings are sharp, unique structure. Move exclusively through the air through weak paws with sharp claws. They have beautiful tufts of feathers on their heads. The color is bright, varied, the feathers of males are brighter than females.
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Hummingbirds are small birds that live in both North and South America. There are 330 species of hummingbirds, and the vast majority are brightly colored birds of very small size. Hummingbirds weigh only a few grams. The maximum size of one of the hummingbird species is almost equal to the size of an ordinary starling. The smallest hummingbird weighs 2 grams, its body length is only a few centimeters. The fact is that these birds are masters of high-class flight. They can fly in almost any direction, hover in the air, take off and land vertically.