In Indiana, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird is the only species you’ll reliably see each year.
These tiny birds usually arrive in late March or April after their long migration from Central America, bringing energy and color to backyards, parks, and woodlands through the warm months. By late August and into September, they begin their southbound journey, leaving the Hoosier State until the following spring.
On rare occasions, western wanderers such as the Rufous or Black-chinned Hummingbird may appear, but the Ruby-throated is the true seasonal resident of Indiana.
Why Is the Ruby-throated Hummingbird the Only Species in Indiana?
Indiana lies in the eastern half of North America, squarely within the breeding range of the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. This species dominates the eastern U.S., while most other hummingbirds remain in western regions, far from Indiana’s landscapes…