According to those who have been at the Center the longest, this baby hummingbird is the smallest and youngest that we have ever taken in. While hesitant about the challenge, everyone at the Center instantly grew attached to him and we have all been very dedicated to giving him the special care and attention he needs. Just take a look at how small he is compared to this tissue!
Like our older juvenile hummingbirds, he is receiving a diet of warm nectar mix that offers him the crucial sugars and proteins he would normally be receiving from Mom. Because he is likely less than a week old, we have been keeping a lucky member of our staff at his side at all times. He is being fed about every 5 minutes, and though he was hesitant about the nectar mix, he soon realized it was a treat! Even though it is a lot of time and effort for one bird, we are all happy to do it. In fact, we are practically duke it out to be the one to keep this baby company!
So in conclusion, here are some more adorable pictures of the little guy. Isn't it obvious why we compete for baby hummer duty?
In case you can't get enough hummingbird action, check out this adorable video of this baby hummingbird being fed shortly after his arrival at the Center. There are also several other videos here of hummingbirds as well as other guests of the Bird Center. Enjoy!
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