With its unique flight and iridescent reflections, the hummingbird is one of America's most fascinating birds. Capable of beating its wings up to 80 times per second, it is the only bird that can fly backward and even remain motionless in the air.
To maintain this incredible energy, it feeds primarily on nectar, supplemented by small insects. Surprisingly, a hummingbird must consume the equivalent of its own weight in food every day to survive. By foraging on flowers, it also plays an essential role in pollination, thus contributing to the balance of tropical ecosystems.
This Papo figurine exquisitely reproduces the hummingbird: elongated beak, outstretched wings and finely detailed plumage. An ideal model to enrich a collection of birds or garden animals, invent poetic stories or educate children about the incredible abilities of this tiny sky acrobat.