project Ideas

Hummingbird Habitat

Hummingbirds are tiny birds that use a lot of energy. Habitat that supports their energy needs includes:

  • native flowers that provide lots of sweet nectar - they really like red and orange flowers
  • a water source
  • safe places for them to perch and build their tiny nests.

Man-made hummingbird feeders that are filled with a sugar solution that resembles nectar can also provide hummingbirds with a source of energy. Creating a good habitat for hummingbird species will meet as many of these needs as possible.

Relevant United Nations
Sustainable Development Goals

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDG’s) are a list of projects and actions that all countries can take on to improve their economies and reduce poverty while also protecting the planet. If you choose this project for your Quest, you will help address climate change through the goals listed below:

Questions to Consider

As you consider this project idea, here are some questions to ask:

  • Does this project address the threats of your pollinator species? How?

  • How can this project help your ecosystem?

  • What are the specific ways your project will help your pollinator species? If you feel like your project won't help enough, you can combine multiple projects.

  • Is this an effective project for the space in which you are working?

  • Does your class have the time, money, and ability to do this project?

Helpful Resources

If you're interested in this project, here are some resources that you might find helpful:

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