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About hummingbirds
The symbolism behind bird tattoos is varied and complex.
In some cultures, birds are seen as messengers from the gods or symbols of freedom and hope.
Above all, Hummingbirds have come to represent renewal, joyfulness, transformation, protection from evil spirits, and even immortality in some cases.
Hummingbirds are among the smallest birds in the world, with most species measuring between 3 to 5 inches in length.
They are often recognized for their iridescent, jewel-like feathers that can flash different colors in the sunlight.
Hummingbirds have rapid wing beats, with some species capable of beating their wings up to 80 times per second.
Also, their long, slender bills are adapted for feeding on nectar from flowers.
Hummingbirds have specialized, tubular tongues that allow them to extract nectar from flowers.
In addition, they also eat insects and spiders for protein.
Their high metabolism requires them to consume large amounts of nectar daily, visiting hundreds of flowers.
Hummingbirds are exceptional flyers, capable of hovering in mid-air by rapidly flapping their wings in a figure-eight pattern.
Therefore, their flight speed can range from 25 to 60 miles per hour.
Many hummingbird species are migratory, traveling long distances between their breeding and wintering grounds.
The Ruby-throated Hummingbird, for example, migrates from North America to Central America.
Females lay one to three eggs, and they are responsible for incubating them and feeding the chicks.
Many people set up hummingbird feeders filled with sugar water to attract and observe these birds up close.
The origin story of hummingbird tattoos is a fascinating one.
The ancient Aztecs believed that hummingbirds were warriors who journeyed between the physical world and the spiritual realm.