When to Put Out Your Hummingbird Feeder

Early Spring (Before Migration Starts) Put feeders out 2 weeks before hummingbirds typically arrive in your area. In the U.S., this is usually February to May, depending on location.

Use Migration Maps for Accuracy Check hummingbird migration maps online to track their movement and adjust feeder timing accordingly.

Keep Feeders Out During Peak Season Hummingbirds are most active in spring and summer when they need extra energy for nesting and breeding.

Continue Feeding into Fall Keep feeders up until late fall (September to November) to help late migrators and young birds build strength for migration.

Leave It Out Longer in Warm Climates If you live in mild or warm regions, keep feeders up year-round to support non-migratory hummingbirds.

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