Key Takeaways

The right time to take down your hummingbird feeder depends on where you live, but a safe bet is about two weeks after you last see a bird—typically around late October.

Local Audubon experts and eBird are great resources for tracking hummingbird activity in your area.

Before storing your feeder, clean it with mild soap, rinse well, and let it dry fully to prevent mold.

When fall arrives—and daily temperatures inch downward in many parts of the U.S.—birds react accordingly. Some species prepare to migrate south, while others find tree cavities, bird houses, and other shelters to keep warm.

Hummingbirds are among the species that head to warmer climes like Mexico and Central America. When this happens, you can stop refilling the hummingbird feeders in your yard, then st

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