More tiny interesting facts about one of God's amazing creatures

Few interesting facts about Hummingbirds: *There are 18 known species of hummingbirds in Texas and more than 300 in the Americas. *During flight, a hummingbird's heart can beat more than 1,200 beats per minute. *For short bursts, hummingbirds can attain speeds of more than 55mph, but their normal speed is closer to 25 mph. *Hummingbirds flap their wings in a somewhat circular motion that takes the shape of a figure eight. This gives them the ability to fly backward, which is unique among birds. *If hummingbirds survive their first year, they can live 3-8 years. *Many hummingbirds go dormant in foul weather to save energy. *Hummingbirds lay the smallest eggs of any bird in the world. A Clutch is usually two eggs. One egg can easily rest inside the circumference of a penny. Reference: Hummingbirds of Texas, by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, published by Texas A&M University Press. Hope you all enjoy this little tidbit of info. I'm on a roll........2 posts within 24 hours...... Love you all, TLC