After over-wintering in warmer climes, like Mexico and Central America, hummingbirds have begun their long migration back to the United States. With hundreds (and even thousands) of flight miles ahead of them, these tiny avian superstars require plenty of sustenance along the way. According to the National Audubon Society, hummingbirds double their body weight in preparation for the journey, and can fly hundreds of miles in a day before stopping to rest or feed. Knowing how to attract hummingbirds to your yard isn't just a treat for you, it's integral for their survival. Here's how to gauge when these feathered foragers will return to your garden, along with simple ways to keep them there, according to ornithology experts.
