There’s one bird in particular that is not only small but is also quick to the point of almost being unnoticed. Have you seen any hummingbirds in Kansas before? If you’re interested in these beautiful and fascinating creatures, and you’re wondering when hummingbirds will arrive in KS, we’ve got the answers. The annual migration is about to be underway this spring! Come check out where they’re expected to be flying, and spot some of your own. Don’t forget to pick up one of the best hummingbird feeders to attract these special birds.

Have you seen one of these nearly invisible visitors in your yard before? They are a bit fast for most eyes to pick up unless you have a feeder or know where to look.
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In fact, hummingbirds are one of the smallest birds in the entire world and they move so quickly that they're difficult for the human eye to notice. But if you are lucky enough to catch a glimpse, it's a wonderful experience.
If you keep an eye out, you might spot more than one or two hummingbirds this spring. The annual hummingbird migration includes areas in Kansas, so mark down any you see!
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Thousands of hummingbirds cross the USA every spring, and we're happy to be part of that area. Who wouldn't want to report on these tiny birds traveling through?
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Interestingly, the hummingbird migration has been starting earlier and earlier as the overall weather in North America warms. Hummingbirds don't migrate in packs like other birds, they come at their own individual pace, and many have been spotted as early as February. Some species have begun staying all through the winter.

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If you'd like a small visitor like this one here, there are a few things you can do to make sure your yard is fresh and ready for these tiny fliers this spring.
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First, get a hummingbird feeder and fill it with clear nectar solution, or plant tubular flowers for a more natural way to keep them feeling at home.
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For a quick recipe that makes nectar solution, use a one-quarter cup of sugar for every cup of water. Don't use food coloring, as it's not part of their natural diet! That's right, all these excited beauties need to feed on is sugar water. Somehow that seems very fitting for such an energetic bird.
Whether you put up a feeder or plant beautiful tubular flowers this season, we hope everyone has fun seeing these tiny visitors as they make their way across the country.
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Each species has a different kind of coloring and plumage and it's interesting to see all the different types of hummingbirds in Kansas.
Though the most common hummingbirds in Kansas are the ruby-throated, you might see other species, like the Allen's, black-chinned, Costa's, broad-trailed, and even the magnificent hummingbird. Keep your eyes peeled!
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Hummingbirds are also known to come back to the same places where they've eaten in the past, so without knowing it you may have been getting visits from the same hummingbirds for years.

You can look at the hummingbird tracking map on HummingbirdCentral, and see where previous spottings in Kansas have been recorded. Make sure you post your hummingbird shots in the comments, so everyone can see! Planning to do a hummingbird-inspired road trip this spring? Check out our handy-dandy road trip packing list. You’ll never want to leave without it.

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When Do Hummingbirds Leave Kansas?

Tori Jane | February 23, 2024

When should I put out hummingbird feeders in Kansas?  

Every year, Kansas is treated to the amazing wonder that is the annual hummingbird migration. If you’d like to attract hummingbirds, the best time to put out feeders is in mid-to-late April; by the 25th of the month, typically the ruby-throated hummingbirds have arrived, with some stragglers coming in by mid-May. These beautiful little birds are a sight to be seen, and we here in Kansas are incredibly lucky to be able to exist alongside them.   

When is the best time to see hummingbirds in Kansas?  

Hummingbirds start arriving in Kansas in mid-April, typically, and they stay for quite some time – through the summer and into the fall. There are lots of wonderful places to see hummingbirds in Kansas, and some of our favorite places include:  

  • East/southeast Kansas is absolutely amazing for hummies. You’ll see large numbers of ruby-throated beauties in Kansas City, Wichita, and other places in this region.  
  • City and state parks – Oh boy, it doesn’t get better than this! Look for parks with a large number of spring and summer wildflowers, and you’ll find lots of hummingbirds.  
  • Your own yard! By setting out feeders, especially if you do it every year, you become a well-known food source and might even see some of the same birds from previous years if your eye is sharp enough. They don’t forget a kind soul who feeds them.  

Learn more about the best places to find spring wildflowers in Kansas.   

When do hummingbirds leave Kansas?  

Hummingbirds show up, stay a while, and then they must go – and this typically occurs when the weather starts getting that autumn chill to it. Come August, brooding is complete and young hummingbirds are leaving their nests. By October, most of them will have meandered back south again, closer to the equator and in much warmer territories, though sometimes you can spot stragglers as late as early November. Come the freeze, though, they must be gone – they don’t do well in the cold.  

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