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Hummingbirds are not only a joy to watch, but present an exciting frontier for the newest science and technology. Comprehensively exploring humanity's history with the hummingbird from prehistoric myths to the most modern understandings of fluid dynamics at a variety of reading levels, Hummingbirds for Amateur Scientists is fun for children, challenging for young adults - and enjoyable for adults to share. Learn about the exciting role amateur scientists are playing in helping professional scientists fully discover the profound lessons these tiny birds have to teach...and what you can do even at home to become an amateur scientist, too!