The Backyard Flower That Looks Invasive But Actually Saves Your Pollinators Each July
That aggressive-looking green plant taking over your yard in July might just be the best thing to ever happen to your local hummingbirds.
Claire D.
Why You Should Leave a Muddy Puddle in One Corner of Your Yard This Week
You do not need expensive gear to attract beautiful birds and butterflies to your yard. Sometimes, all you need is a little bit of mud.
The Exact Time to Refill Hummingbird Nectar in Warm Weather (It’s Sooner Than You Think)
Hot weather changes the rules for hummingbird care. Learn the exact temperature schedule for refilling your nectar before it spoils.
How to Attract Bluebirds to Your Yard
A bluebird sighting evokes thoughts of attracting these birds to your yard on a permanent basis. Bluebirds, unlike other birds, … Read more
5 Flower Tubes Hummingbirds Visit More Than Red Ones (The Color Myth, Debunked)
You might have heard that hummingbirds only visit red flowers. It’s one of those garden “rules” that gets passed around so often it starts to feel like…
Why Your Hummingbirds Keep Returning to the Same Broken Feeder (The ‘Home Spot’ Theory)
If you have ever watched a hummingbird hover in thin air exactly where a broken feeder used to hang, you are witnessing the Home Spot theory in action.
The Reason Some Houses Attract Five Hummingbirds and Others Attract None (It’s Not the Feeder)
If your new hummingbird feeder is sitting untouched while your neighbors have a flock, the feeder is not the problem. Here is what hummingbirds are actually looking for.
9 Flowers That Bloom Only in June That Hummingbirds Specifically Seek Out
You kneel in the warm June light and spot bright blooms that hummingbirds can’t resist. These flowers light up your yard with color and fast-moving visits…
8 Types of Hummingbird Feeders, Tested: Which Ones Actually Drip (And Which Don’t)
You wipe sticky nectar off your porch railing again and think about swapping out that leaky feeder. That moment right there is what this article is for…
9 Native Flowers That Bloom Exactly When Hummingbirds Return to Your Region
You step outside and spot the first hummingbird of the season darting toward a bright flower. You’ll learn about native flowers that reliably bloom when…
The ‘Ant Moat’ You’re Buying Wrong: Why the Cheap Ones Drown Your Hummingbirds
You hang a beautiful new feeder in your yard, fill it with fresh nectar, and wait for the hummingbirds to arrive. But by the next morning, a steady line of…
9 Flowering Shrubs That Turn a Boring Yard Into a Hummingbird Highway by June
Your yard can feel lifeless one morning and buzzing with hummingbird traffic by June, once you plant the right flowering shrubs. Bold, tubular blooms are…
A Hummingbird Bath Clip That’s Pure Backyard Joy
A delightful new video captures a hummingbird enjoying a refreshing bath, reminding us why these tiny visitors are so fun to watch.
Watch: This Hummingbird Discovered a Clever Way to Perch-Feed
A clever hummingbird was recently spotted using a unique technique to perch while feeding from flowers.
A Refreshing Surprise: Hummingbird Takes a Bath While Gardener Waters Tomatoes
A gardener in the San Francisco East Bay area captured a delightful moment when a hummingbird decided to use their watering can for a quick bath.
An Hour in the Playhouse: The Dedication Behind This Viral Hummingbird Video
One bird enthusiast went to great lengths, hiding in a children’s playhouse for an hour, to capture a stunning close-up of a hummingbird.
How a Simple Cat Fountain Can Become a Hummingbird Bath
A creative gardener shares how they transformed a standard cat water fountain into a functional hummingbird bath for their deck.
Watch: Two Kestrel Chicks Hatch on Cornell Lab Bird Cam
Get an up-close look at the miracle of nature as two kestrel chicks hatch in real time on the Cornell Lab Bird Cams.
Are Hummingbirds the Tiny, Flying Narwhals of the Avian World?
A viral comparison has hummingbird enthusiasts buzzing about the uncanny resemblance between our favorite garden visitors and the ocean’s ‘unicorns.’
How a Local Baby Bird Shower Helps Rescuers During Nesting Season
Wichita Falls’ Wild Bird Rescue is hosting its annual Baby Bird Shower to gather essential supplies for the influx of young birds this season.
Watch: Iris the Osprey Calls Her Mate for a Fresh Fish Delivery
See the moment Iris calls her mate to the nest and receives a fresh fish delivery in this clear display of osprey behavior.
Tiny Talk: Two Hummingbirds Share a Moment on a Human Hand
A viral video captures a rare and adorable interaction between two hummingbirds perched together on a human hand.
How to Build Your Own ‘Orb of Tranquility’ for Hummingbirds
A popular new DIY project is helping bird enthusiasts create a peaceful backyard oasis that attracts hummingbirds.
When Funny Geese Turn Fierce: A Birdwatcher’s Hasty Retreat
A birdwatcher shares a humorous but intense encounter with Canadian Geese that serves as a reminder to always respect wildlife boundaries.
A Rare Moment of Hummingbird Diplomacy: Anna’s Hummingbird Nurtures Juvenile Allen’s
A surprising interaction between two different hummingbird species has captured the attention of bird enthusiasts, showing a mature Anna’s hummingbird interacting with a juvenile Allen’s.
Can a Disco Ball Keep Pests Out of Your Garden? The Viral Trick Explained
A viral gardening trend suggests using disco balls to deter pests, but does it actually work for your backyard?
Syracuse Police Rescue Injured Owl Found in Backyard
A small owl in need of help was safely rescued by Syracuse officers after being discovered in a local resident’s backyard.
A Sweet Birding Surprise: New Birdwatcher Captures Coffee Shop Moment
A new birdwatcher shares a delightful encounter with a local visitor outside a coffee shop, reminding us that birding can happen anywhere.
Watch Big Red Care for Her Three Chicks at the Cornell Hawks Nest
Get a heartwarming look at Big Red as she tends to her three growing chicks during a recent overcast afternoon at the Cornell hawks nest.
Can Parrots Video Chat? New Research Shows They Love Staying in Touch
Researchers have discovered that parrots can learn to use tablets to video call their friends, often forming lasting bonds in the process.