Dig into the incredible fighting, feeding, and flying capabilities of hummingbirds.



In just a matter of seconds, hummingbirds can perform astonishing aerial acrobatics, eat lunch in midair, pollinate a flower, even escape threats while upsidedown. And they can do this all while achieving sustained hovering flight— an aerial feat no other bird can perform. How do they do it? Kristiina J. Hurme and Alejandro RicoGuevara explore the incredible flying capabilities of hummingbirds.

Lesson by Kristiina J. Hurme and Alejandro RicoGuevara, directed by Lisa Vertudaches.

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