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Some hummingbirds are flower robbers. Here's how to spot them.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Zhao, Celina 3 of 3

Abstract

CHRISTOPHER BECERRA Big feet and short beaks allow the birds to mooch nectar without transporting pollen Like a sword sliding into a sheath, hummingbirds slip their beaks into the tubes of flowers to drink the nectar within. Some hummingbirds are flower robbers. Now, researchers have identified the telltale signs of these flower robbers: Clinging hummingbirds have smaller beaks and bigger feet than do honest hoverers. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2023/07, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:164799369
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