"Birds & blooms."

Foreword -- Introduction : The allure of hummingbirds -- Hummingbird trivia : facts, fictions, & folklore -- Hummingbird basics -- Planting and landscaping for hummingbirds -- Hummingbirds of the United States -- Hummingbirds on the road -- Hummingbirds abroad : a gallery of species

" ... a complete guide to attracting, understanding, and protecting hummingbirds."--

Shewey shares facts, tips, and ecological information that will help readers attract, understand, protect hummingbirds. From advice on feeders to planing and landscaping that will have your garden whirring with tiny wings, he provides all you need to know to entice these delightful creatures. An identification guide with details on plumage variations includes range maps showing habitats and migration patterns. -- adapted from back cover