Hummingbirds also have a severe Napoleon complex.
They will attack with minimal provocation.
“You’re under my tree! Feel my tiny feathery WRAAAAATH!”
While the female is left to build the nest and raise the babies, the little male will fiercely guard her and his territory.
Glad it is not my imagination. There is one which hangs around the front porch. There are times when I duck because when it takes off, it seems to be coming right at me.