Barb, from the Handbook of Study and Outdoor Hour Challenges, has recently spotted some hummingbirds in her garden.  What a pity we don't get them in NZ!  Check out Barb's two entries on Hummingbirds here:

Hummingbird & Bleeding Hearts

Cala Lily & More Hummingbirds

Grandmother Wren has a lovely post on Gardening for Hummingbirds.