How Human Feeders Are Changing Hummingbird Evolution 🐦

A groundbreaking study shows that artificial feeders are driving rapid evolutionary changes in Anna’s Hummingbirds, highlighting our impact on wildlife.

How Human Feeders Are Changing Hummingbird Evolution 🐦
Brut America
266 views • Sep 3, 2025
How Human Feeders Are Changing Hummingbird Evolution 🐦

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A new study reveals that human-made hummingbird feeders have driven evolutionary changes in Anna’s Hummingbirds over the past few decades. As feeders provided a steady food source, the birds developed longer, sharper beaks, especially males competing for territory. Researchers say this is a rare case of rapid evolution directly influenced by human behavior.

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Sep 3, 2025

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