Journey North Hummingbird Migration Spring 2011

Hummingbirds

Migration Update: February 2, 2011

Please Report
Your Sightings!

Welcome to Journey North's 18th season! We will be tracking the spring migration of the ruby-throated and rufous hummingbirds on their journey north this spring. Plus, this year we will be collecting your sightings of the 13 other species in North America. Meet and get to know our hummingbirds.

Today's Report Includes:

News: Meet Two Hummingbirds
Explore: Mapping Hummingbird Species
Maps: Report Your Sightings
Getting Started: This Week's Hummingbird Resources

Image of the Week

Which Species are YOU Likely to See?

Meet Two Hummingbirds: Which Species is Which?

Journey North students will be tracking two species of hummingbirds. If you live in the eastern part of the continent we hope you see the ruby-throated hummingbird. In the western half of the continent you are more likely to see the rufous hummingbird. Grab your Hummingbird Journal and follow along with this slideshow to learn how these two hummingbird species are different.

Slideshow: Which is Which?
Teacher Guide

Photos: Ed Robertson, Russ Thompson
Meet our hummingbird species! Do you know which is which?
Slideshow

Explore: Mapping Hummingbird Species

Hummingbirds are only found in the Western Hemisphere. You'll find them in every state except Hawaii, and many Canadian provinces. Which ones are you likely to see? Use the species data to create a diversity map of North American hummingbird species.