The hummingbird is one of the smallest birds, weighing between 0.06 and 0.8 ounces. They live in Central and South America in areas with suitable plants for food from sea level up to 16,500 feet. Hummingbirds can fly at speeds up to 93 miles per hour for short distances and have wingspans ranging from 8.6 to 13.7 inches including tail feathers. Their eggs weigh up to 0.3 by 0.43 inches and hummingbirds can live 6 to 12 years.