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Hummingbirds are small, fast-moving birds found primarily in the Americas, known for their iridescent plumage and ability to hover in mid-air by rapidly beating their wings. They feed on nectar from flowers using their long, specialised beaks. Hummingbirds have exceptionally high metabolic rates and can enter a torpor-like state to conserve energy. These birds are important pollinators in their ecosystems and are popular subjects for birdwatching and garden observation.