5 Reasons Hummingbirds Suddenly Stop Coming To The Feeder

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Why Do Hummingbirds Leave Suddenly?

It’s not uncommon for some hummingbird lovers to experience the sudden disappearance of these remarkable birds. So not to worry. 

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Have you ever wondered why hummingbirds stopped coming to your feeder and suddenly leave your yard?

Why Hummingbirds Stop Coming To Feeder?

Why Hummingbirds Stop Coming To Feeder?

1.    Territorial conflicts - Some hummingbird species can be pretty territorial and can resolve to possess a whole area about the size of a quarter acre.

Why Hummingbirds Stop Coming To Feeder?

2.    Nesting -  Nesting is always done by female hummers once they have mated with the male hummers.

Why Hummingbirds Stop Coming To Feeder?

3.    Bloom or flower preference - During spring when they first arrive, there may not be a lot of flowers blooming yet. 

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4.    Unkept feeder - Unkept or unclean feeders can discourage hummingbirds to stop feeding on your feeder and leave to look for a reliable food source. 

Why Hummingbirds Stop Coming To Feeder?

Why Hummingbirds Stop Coming To Feeder?

5.    Diet changes - Are you aware hummingbirds also eat insects or bugs? Most people may think hummingbirds only live on nectar. 

Why Do Hummingbirds Leave Suddenly: Conclusion

Whichever way, you should always keep your feeders up even if they leave suddenly. This is because in most cases, hummingbirds will always come back.

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