We’re passionate about birds and nature. That’s why we opened a Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop in our community.
THE SHOPPES AT WILTON
Next to TJMaxx & Moe's,
3084 Route 50, Suite 1
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone: (518) 226-0071
Fax: (518) 226-0253
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Store Hours:
Mon - Wed: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thurs - Fri: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Hummingbirds are one of the most fascinating birds on the planet. Of all the birds, hummingbirds have the fastest metabolism, the largest heart in proportion to body size, the fastest heart and wing beats, the most aerobatic flight, the most brilliant feather iridescences and one of the highest rates of nesting success.
Hummingbirds are the lightest bird, weighing just 1/10th of an ounce. They also have the smallest brain and are virtually incapable of walking. And because of their diminutive size, hummingbirds have been known to fall prey to Bull Frogs, Praying Mantis and even large spiders.
Hummingbirds ingest one to three times their body weight in solid food and nectar every day. To accomplish this amazing feat, their bills and tongues have evolved into incredibly efficient feeding tools. They use the flexible tip of their bills to capture insects and insect eggs on the ground and on plants. They love spiders and spider eggs.
Despite popular belief, hummers do not feed on nectar by sucking it up like a straw; they lap it up by dipping their forked, open-grooved tongues into nectar up to 12 times a second. You can view this amazing action with a WBU Hummingbird Feeder or WBU Window Hummingbird Feeder, which is featured in the video above. Their clear plastic base lets you witness the lapping action of our fascinating hummingbirds.
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are known to winter in coffee plantations. Our Bird-FriendlyTM coffee will help ensure they have a home to return to this fall.
Stop in to see us soon!
Lois and Nancy
