How to Make Hummingbird Food
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How to Make Hummingbird Food. The tiny hummingbird is the only bird that can fly upside down
and backwards. Attract these expert fliers to your feeder with this simple nectar recipe.
You will need A saucepan Water Granulated sugar And a bird feeder A storage bottle and
an ice cube tray. Step 1. Decide how much nectar to make, using four parts water to
one part sugar. Step 2. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan, add the sugar, and stir until
it dissolves. Step 3. Cover the pan and let the mixture boil for one to two minutes. Remove
from heat. Step 4. Cool the nectar mixture to room temperature and pour it into your
hummingbird feeder. Store leftover nectar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or
pour it into an ice cube tray and freeze. Thaw nectar cubes to room temperature before
using them. Step 5. Check your feeders for mold or fermentation twice a week, or more
often during hot weather. If it's cloudy, it's time to clean and refill your feeders.
Be glad you don't have to feed every 15 minutes, like hummingbirds do! Did you know Hummingbirds
are found only in the western hemisphere.
