Spring is almost here, and as the sun shines and flowers bloom, hummingbirds will soon be back all over Georgia .
Sightings of the tiny, fluttering birds have been seen predominantly near southern cities like Savannah and Valdosta, according to Hummingbird Centrals interactive migration map. Here’s what we know:
When will hummingbirds be in Georgia?
Based on past patterns , hummingbirds usually make their way to most of Georgia between late February and mid-March. However, the more northern areas of Georgia may not see them until early April.
This marks the first leg of their migration as they journey north in the spring and south in the fall. Hummingbirds can cover impressive distances during migration, flying up to 23 miles daily. When crossing the Gulf of Mexico, they can soar as far as 500 miles in a single day, according to Hummingbird Central…