Store any unused nectar in the refrigerator. As with any infant the proper combinations of proteins, calcium and other nutrients are needed for growth and bone development. Sugar water won t accomplish this. The young hummingbird needs insects to acquire the necessary nutrients needed for proper development. If you find a young hummingbird, contact your local veterinary clinic or wild life service to find out where you can take the bird for proper care.
Hummingbird feeders are great for older birds.
Feeders can also be bought at the above-mentioned sources and come in a variety of styles. Laurence J. Webster invented the first commercial feeder for his wife around 1930 that had read about feeding hummingbirds from a glass bottle in a National Geographic magazine. Today s commercial hummingbird feeders can come in glass, plastic and even ceramic. Style is dependent upon the preference of the human making the purchase. When choosing a feeder, make sure it is easy to take apart and clean so any old or spoiled nectar can be gotten rid of.