Can a hummingbird fly upside down?

Hummingbirds are small, colorful birds with iridescent feathers. Their name comes from the fact that they flap their wings so fast (about 80 times per second) that they make a humming noise.Hummingbirds can fly right, left, up, down, backwards, and even upside down. They are also able to hover by flapping their wings in a figure-8 pattern.They have a specialized long and tapered bill that is used to obtain nectar from the center of long, tubular flowers. The hummingbird’s feet are used for perching only, and are not used for hopping or walking.A simple and effective way to protect the hummingbird is to install a feeder in your back yard or patio. Hummingbirds face habitat loss and destruction as do many other beautiful species of animals. Why not help their cause and create something wonderful to watch?There are over 300 species of hummingbirds. Their metabolism is so fast that they need to eat frequently. They can even fly at speeds in excess of 30 miles per hour.