Hummingbird Builds Nest on Man’s Porch in the Most Precious Spot originally appeared on PetHelpful. It's so exciting when a bird chooses to build her nest around your yard or patio. You get to watch ...

Dad had a saying. “I won’t let it whip me.” He prevailed over stubborn bolts, obstinate lawn mowers, welding projects and just about anything that crossed his path, except one small, elusive critter.

Judging by the photos that readers sent in of nests in their yards, hummingbirds have an affinity for wind chimes. And mobiles. And just plain odd places you wouldn’t expect to find a bird nest. Their ...

DEAR JOAN: For the past three years, I have had an Anna’s hummingbird build a nest in an olive tree outside a front window. It has been heartbreaking to see her lack of success in raising her chicks ...