This Bird Can Beat Its Wings 50-80 Times In A Second

By: EjazUlHaqBhat

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The hummingbird is the bird that can beat its wings 50-80 times per second

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They are known for their rapid wing movements, allowing them to hover and fly backwards

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Some species, like the Ruby-throated hummingbird, can even beat their wings faster, reaching up to 200 times per second

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The speed of their wingbeats is also what creates the humming sound these birds are known for

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They are unique among birds for their ability to fly backward and hover in place due to the rotational movement of their wings

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These birds' flexible shoulder joints allow their wings to rotate 180 degrees

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Hummingbirds are also famous for their long, slender bills and extensible tongues, which they use to sip nectar from flowers

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They are among the smallest birds in the world, weighing only a few grams

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