Hummingbirds are primarily found in the Western Hemisphere, ranging from the southern tip of South America up to as far north as Alaska

. Many species spend the winter in Central America or Mexico and migrate north to their breeding grounds in the southern United States and beyond starting as early as February through late spring

. Where hummingbirds are currently located in spring 2025:

• They are migrating northward from Central America and Mexico.
• Sightings have been reported across southern U.S. states from Florida to Arizona, up the West Coast, and into parts of Canada

• On the East Coast, ruby-throated hummingbirds are prevalent, with sightings reaching New Jersey and midwestern states like West Virginia and Missouri

• Rufous hummingbirds have been spotted as far north as Alaska, which is their northernmost breeding range

Habitats hummingbirds occupy:

• Deciduous forests, woodlands, orchards, and gardens (e.g., ruby-throated hummingbird)

• Mountain meadows, forest edges, and shrubby areas (e.g., Calliope hummingbird)

• Coastal scrub, chaparral, and gardens (e.g., Allen's hummingbird)

• Forest edges and clearings in northwestern U.S. and Canadian forests (e.g., Rufous hummingbird)

• Coastal woodlands and thickets along the Gulf Coast (e.g., Buff-bellied hummingbird)

• Tropical rainforests, deserts, alpine regions, and suburban areas, showing their adaptability to diverse environments

In summary, hummingbirds are currently migrating northward through the U.S. and into southern Canada during spring, with species-specific ranges extending from tropical Central America to as far north as Alaska. They inhabit a wide variety of ecosystems, from tropical rainforests to deserts and urban gardens