Hummingbirds have evolved because of humans.

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.
Publié le
03
/
09
/
2025

Hummingbirds have evolved because of humans.

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.
Publié le
03
/
09
/
2025