August and September are great times for attracting and viewing hummingbirds in Texas! Migratory hummingbirds are making their way south, making it easier than ever to spot a variety of species.
Texas boasts 18 different species of hummingbirds, and the Great Texas Wildlife Trails has some of the best places in the state to view these flying jewels.
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Buff-bellied Hummingbirds are a common native to the lower Rio Grande Valley and are the only hummingbird to nest regularly in southernmost Texas. Their nests are usually located only a few feet above the ground in large shrubs or small trees. They can be seen at sites along both the Laguna Madre and Santa Ana loops. |
Can't make it out to see the hummers in person? Check out Cornell's West Texas Hummingbird Live Cam. It has a 24-hour live stream of hummingbirds visiting the feeder. Give it a view and see how many species you can identify.
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You can help provide food, shelter and water for visiting hummers by creating a hummingbird garden. Find out which flowering plants, shrubs and trees are best for attracting hummingbirds in your area with TPWD's "So You Want a Hummingbird Garden".
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