We humans learn how to build houses. Some even earn degrees to prove they can do it, while others hire those experts to build homes for them.
But what about animals—especially birds? If you’ve ever seen a bird’s nest, you’ll notice many of them are way more impressive than ours. So, do birds go to school for this? Do they have degrees?
Nope.
Take hummingbirds, for example. They build some of the most incredible nests you’ll ever see. Hummingbirds are known for being the tiniest and smartest birds. There’s a lot we can learn from them.
Can you believe a hummingbird built this nest under a leaf to protect its babies from the rain? If it weren’t for these photos, it’d be hard to imagine!
Bianca Caroline, a conservationist, spotted this amazing nest in a Paraguayan nature reserve. She’s seen many nests, but this one stood out—it has a leaf roof!
That day, she was lucky enough to find five more unique nests. Bianca even saw two chicks inside, safe and dry, thanks to their leaf roof. Once they grow strong, they’ll help their mom finish building the nest.
Bianca’s mission is to make the world a better place for every animal. By sharing these photos, she hopes to show just how majestic and wide our world is.
Did you know there are 338 species of hummingbirds? Like bees, they play a vital role in pollination and keeping ecosystems balanced.
Even though they’re small, these birds can fly up to 4,000 meters high, reaching plants other birds can’t get to. Sadly, because they’re so tiny, they’re easy prey for predators. That’s why some hummingbird species are at risk of extinction.
It’s our responsibility to help protect these birds that are so crucial to our survival. Here’s how you can make a difference:
- Set up a feeder in a shady spot. Fill it with a simple sugary solution—but place it away from windows since hummingbirds avoid shadows.
- Make sure the feeder is out of reach for cats or other animals.
- Avoid using insecticides near the feeder. Hummingbirds are very sensitive to chemicals.
- Join a hummingbird conservation group to support their survival.
