We talk often about attracting birds to your yard. Hummingbirds and bluebirds, for example, are enjoyed by most bird watchers and are always a hot topic. What is less well known, is that the easiest way to begin a bird garden is simply to start with the birds already in your yard. Why focus on existing … Read more
Screech owls can be an entertaining and useful addition to your backyard birding adventures. Although you may not think of owls as traditional backyard guests–unless you live on a farm that is–Screech Owls actually make great additions to your yard. These raptors are excellent at helping control the rodent and insect population around your home. … Read more
Birdhouses are designed to suit different varieties of bird. Purple Martins won’t nest in a house made for Wrens and vice versa. So what happens when you can’t find the house you’re looking for? Build your own! Don’t worry. As long as you can use a hammer, you can build a birdhouse with a birdhouse … Read more
Live north of Zone 8? You know what’s coming.The birds do too, and they left you a list of things they’d like to see in their…umm, your backyard. Can birds survive on their own in winter? In a word, yes. Birds are perfectly equipped to withstand winter weather. They don’t need us. BUT… Human … Read more
The spring migration season is drawing to a close for most of North America. That doesn’t mean the bird watching is any less dramatic. Follow these 12 steps to attract wild birds to your backyard all summer long. Steps to Attracting Wild Birds As birds are nesting, the risk of finding nestlings out of the … Read more
Sometimes a birdhouse is beautiful or available, but not quite right for the type of bird you would like to attract. That doesn’t mean you won’t be able to use it! By using birdhouse accessories, like predator guards and mounting kits, you’ll be able to add to our modify the most critical elements to make your … Read more
Bluebirds are easy to recognize and beloved birds. The happy melody sung by a bluebird will enhance almost any garden. Learn how to attract bluebirds by setting up their nesting box properly and choosing the right feed. Bluebird population decline From the 1950’s to 1990’s bluebird populations took an alarming dip. The bluebird population fought … Read more
Spring migration comes to a close The final travelers during the spring migration are headed into the northern states and Canada over the next few weeks. We are seeing reports of Baltimore Orioles at bird feeders in Michigan, Vermont and other northern states. Most Orioles will be moving a bit farther north before mating begins … Read more
Bluebirds do not use feeders naturally. However, they can be trained to eat from a bird feeder with a few simple steps. Bluebird’s Natural Diet Bluebirds forage for insects and fruits as the main sources of food in their diets. They prefer small berries and spiders or worms primarily. Training Bluebirds to use a feeder … Read more
You set out your feeding stations. You enjoy the glint of sunflower seed through the sparkling clean hopper. You sit back and wait. And …There they come – luminous cardinals, the lemony goldfinches, and darting chickadees. Beautiful! Until the next morning… Your feeder is on the ground. Seed seems scattered everywhere and cracked perches droop off … Read more
Canada Warblers won’t technically use your bird feeder, but they’re likely to be in the trees this week while you’re enjoying other birds if you live in the mid to eastern United States. Don’t miss these colorful and enchanting little birds as they come through your area. Identifying a Canada Warbler Canada Warblers are colorful and … Read more
Theatre fans might remember Porgy and Bess. “Summertime and the livin’ is easy…” As the days lengthen and the trees put on their verdant foliage, birds begin to nest and brood. This is a strenuous time for our feathered neighbors and our yards serve as their native habitat. A little extra food from a bird feeder … Read more
Magazine racks at the grocery checkout assume that celebrity watching is the favorite pastime. While this is true, it is the faces of the celebrities at the top of the popularity ladder that the publications got wrong! Bird watching is now the fastest growing hobby. So if you want to identify some real celebrities put … Read more
Orioles have a reputation for being difficult to attract. Have no fear! These five tips will help you bring these sought after orange and brown birds into your yard year after year. 1. Orange and Oranges for Orioles When trying to attract Orioles, keep in mind the importance of the color orange. Maybe it’s … Read more
The Spring migration season is nearly at a close. That means the fleeting glimpses of exotic songbirds at your bird feeders are drawing to a close. Don’t worry! The new generation of Monarch Butterflies have been sighted this week which means most of the United States will be seeing them soon. Out with the old, in … Read more
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