Loud noises from children and pets could startle the bird, causing it to fly further into the garage. Ideally, keep one person in the garage trying to get the bird out, and let everyone else exit.
Hummingbirds tend to fly upwards to avoid tree branches that could get in their way.
Make sure that all the doors and windows to your home are shut. If the hummingbird flies out and gets disoriented, you don’t want it to head into your home next!
Hummingbird feeders are ideal, since the bird will be attracted to their favorite food. However, a red children’s toy or tool from the shed might work, too. Make your own hummingbird nectar by mixing sugar and water together.
If the bird does land on your yard tool, carefully and slowly carry it out of the garage. Place it near a hummingbird feeder or a flower so the bird can refuel and fly away.
Hummingbirds often stop flying to rest and to eat. If it’s been more than 15 minutes or so, the hummingbird in your garage might be too exhausted to keep going. Hummingbirds are very small and very fragile. Be extra careful when picking up a hummingbird so you don’t injure it. If the bird is already dead, wear gloves when handling it.
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Most garage door emergency release handles (the pulley near the top of the garage) are red. Try painting it a different color or tucking it out of sight to keep hummingbirds from coming in.
