Arkansas spring is not just warm weather and thunderstorms. It’s also the thrilling return of Ruby-throated hummingbirds! These little travelers usually begin to reappear in our state sometime in mid–late March, but they are much more numerous in April. The peak migration occurs between late April and early May, so the ideal time to have your yard ready to greet these bird beauties is now!
Weather is a determining factor in hummingbird migration. Gentle, warm weather invites them to migrate north, and storms or cold fronts can slow them down temporarily. Recent trends in gentle weather indicate that this year’s hummingbird visitors might be on time or even ahead of schedule, so now is the perfect time to prepare your feeders and nectar flowers!
Attracting Ruby-throated Hummingbirds:…