Female hummingbirds feed their young by regurgitating a mixture of nectar and small insects that she has partially digested in her crop. Baby hummingbirds require frequent feedings, often every 20 minutes, to fuel their rapid growth. Even after the chicks leave the nest, the female will continue to feed them for a short time as they learn to forage for themselves. #mdcdiscovernature #hummingbirds 📹Kevin Muenks | Missouri Dept. of Conservation