Types

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  There are several types of hummingbird feeders made from ceramic, glass or plastic material designed to hold liquid. The feeders may or may not have a perch for the hummingbird to sit on while sipping the liquid.
  
  

Significance

• Hummingbirds expend energy quickly and require a boost from flower nectar to recharge. To supplement natural flower nectar, make homemade sugar water or use a pre-packaged mix from a pet store.
  
  

Considerations

• Prepare the sugar water by combining one part regular white sugar to four parts of spring or tap water.
  
  

Time Frame

• Fill the hummingbird feeder every two to three days with the sugar water mixture. Refrigerate remaining liquid for no more than two weeks.
  
  

Warning

• Use only white cane sugar when making the sugar water. Do not substitute with honey, molasses, artificial sweeteners or brown sugar.