A member of the sphinx family, the hummingbird moth flies and flits just like its namesake, hovering while sipping nectar and, thanks to its rapid wing movement, humming.

Jul 11, 2022
By: Nancy Henderson

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Creature Feature: Talk of the Town and Beyond

The white squirrels of Brevard, North Carolina, are showing up elsewhere in the Blue Ridge region.

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There’s a reason—or two—vultures like hanging out near your home.

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Nearly 50 years after the snail darter caused a stir in the Tennessee Valley, the fish will soon be removed from the “threatened” list.

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Creature Feature: The Hummingbird Moth

A member of the sphinx family, the hummingbird moth flies and flits just like its namesake, hovering while sipping nectar and, thanks to its rapid wing movement, humming.