“Flight of the rufous hummingbird”, wall art by american artist matthew schwartz. The rufous hummingbird is known for its amazing flight skills, flying 2,000 miles (3,200 km) during its migratory journey. As the wildflower season approaches, western rufous hummingbirds feed on nectar in the rocky mountain lowlands after traveling hundreds of miles overland. Art smiley depicts a rufous hummingbird in a realistic manner.