How fast can a hummingbird fly?

Hummingbirds can soar at breakneck speeds. These incredible birds can attain speeds of up to 30 miles per hour on a daily basis. As if that weren't enough, during their courting displays, they can reach nearly quadruple that speed. The speed at which hummingbirds fly varies depending on the species. However, the fastest hummingbirds have been seen to reach speeds of up to 90 feet per second. That is more over 60 miles per hour! Researchers at UC Berkeley measured these incredible statistics while monitoring male Anna's hummingbird courting dives. This was the fastest speed ever recorded for an invertebrate in relation to its size. The acceleration and deceleration during these dives are likewise incredible. The birds are subjected to g-forces that would cause the ordinary person to pass out!

They are superb air acrobats due of their small weight (approximately one-tenth of an ounce). They can fly in any direction, including upside down, at speeds of up to 60 miles (96.5 kilometers) per hour. A hummingbird consumes every 15 to 20 minutes to maintain its energy level and may visit up to 1,000 blooms each day.