Hummingbirds can hover thanks to their unique figure-eight wing motion.
Their wings beat up to 80 times per second, creating lift and thrust.
They use powerful chest muscles, making up about 30% of their body weight.
The bird's heart rate can soar to 1,200 beats per minute during hovering.
Special bone structure helps them maintain stability while in the air.
Their metabolism is incredibly high to support continuous hovering.
Hummingbirds can hover in place by adjusting wing angles and speed.