We are dependent on bees and other insects, birds and other animals for pollination of 1,000 plants grown for food, beverages, fibers, spices and medicines. Just to emphasize how important bees are, ...

Whether sipping nectar from flowers and zipping through the air, hummingbirds are a sure sign of spring in California. The itty-bitty birds are busy breeding and building nests, which means there are ...

Hummingbirds make a much-anticipated arrival in the spring, but keeping them around in the fall takes a little effort on the part of residents. By the time August rolls around, they’re ready for a ...