However, beyond mythology and traditions, the truth is that the hummingbird It is a special bird and receiving a visit from one is always a moment worth remembering. He hummingbird It arouses curiosity in people, and its customs are something fascinating to learn.
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How does the hummingbird reproduce?
He hummingbird It is not a very sociable bird, so they only interact with each other when they need to mate and care for their young. The males are polygamous and during each reproductive season they mate with more than one female. The age of sexual maturity is between 2 months and 1 year of age, and from then on they can begin to mate. But that’s one vital task that requires energy and ideal environmental conditions.
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The male hummingbird can mate with more than one female per season.
The breeding season varies depending on the species and the region, but it usually coincides with the season in which there is a greater abundance of flowers and, therefore, nectar. In North America, usually runs from the spring months to the end of summer, with some exceptions. Several hummingbirds Americans migrate to Mexico either Central America when their reproductive season begins, with the purpose of mating in milder climates, and South American species can travel north. The sexes travel separately, so the male reaches his destination before the female.
How many eggs does the hummingbird lay?
Once he hummingbird When mating occurs, the male separates from the female and she builds a nest for about 10-15 days. Some females do it in the crown of a tree or bush, others build it in leaves; Hummingbird nests can be centimeters or 10-30 meters above the ground. They consist of a structure that includes mosses, dead leaves, lichens, twigs, feathers and even hair and thread. They can be reused every year.
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Hummingbird eggs are hatched and cared for only by the mother.
The female of hummingbird lays 2 tiny oval, white eggs weighing 0.4-1.4 grams. He puts one in first, and 48 hours later he puts in the second. The male does not participate at any stage after mating, so they are the ones who take care of everything. Incubation lasts between 14 and 23 days, or 16-19 days, depending on the species. This requires 75-95 percent of the female’s time, and to avoid extreme weakening of her, reduce her body temperature.