Even if you don’t consider yourself a birdwatcher, you probably know what a hummingbird is. These iridescent birds are easily recognizable and well-loved by just about everyone. But if you live in New Mexico, they don’t hang around all year, making them even more special. Keep reading to find out when hummingbirds are set to flee New Mexico.
Hummingbird migration is surprisingly complicated. We didn’t even know that hummingbirds did migrate until a couple of hundred years ago, and we’ve only been able to study migration in-depth starting a decade ago.
However, we have learned a lot about these feathery friends in that short amount of time. Let’s look at when these hummingbirds leave New Mexico and where they go.
When Hummingbirds Are Set to Flee New Mexico
Most hummingbirds in New Mexico start migrating during the late summer and early fall months. We expect they know when to leave based on the length of the days, which start shortening considerably during the later summer months. However, food availability and temperature may also play a role…