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Hummingbirds Head South This Fall | Joplin News
Hummingbirds are on the move—packing up and heading south from Missouri through late September, fueled by dwindling food and shorter days. These tiny travelers cover 23 miles a day en route to Mexico and Central America, departing peak in mid-September to early October and returning in March or April. Keep your feeders stocked with a simple 4:1 water-to-sugar mix until at least mid-October (or two weeks after your last sighting), and place them near trees for safe resting spots. A small effort makes a big difference for these incredible migrators. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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