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Rachel Bull

Where to Hang a Hummingbird Feeder To See More of These Whimsical Creatures in Your Yard

A ruby-throated Hummingbird hovers delicately at a feeder in a backyard.

As August heat waves continue across the country, hummingbirds are working overtime to refuel ahead of their upcoming fall migration.

Hanging a feeder is the fastest way to attract jewel-toned hummingbirds straight to your window, but sweltering summer temperatures make placement critical. Direct sun can spoil nectar in a matter of hours, while exposed feeders leave visiting birds vulnerable to heat and backyard predators.

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