15 Fascinating Bird Behaviors You Can Watch From Your Window Right Now
You don’t need to venture into the wilderness to witness incredible bird behavior. Right now, in your own backyard, extraordinary … Read more
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You don’t need to venture into the wilderness to witness incredible bird behavior. Right now, in your own backyard, extraordinary … Read more
You’ve set up a bluebird house with high hopes, but week after week, it sits empty. Meanwhile, other backyard birders … Read more
That flash of brick-red against brown grass is unmistakable. You glance out the window, and there it is—your first robin … Read more
You’ve been watching birds flock to your feeder for weeks, maybe months—and then one day, they’re just gone. It’s frustrating, … Read more
If you’ve noticed bright red cardinals traveling in twos lately, you’re witnessing something special. Those paired birds hopping through your … Read more
You don’t need specialty birdseed blends or expensive equipment to turn your backyard into a bird haven. Some of the … Read more
Spring migration doesn’t start with a grand announcement. It begins quietly, with subtle changes most of us walk right past … Read more
Ever notice your neighbor’s yard buzzing with cardinals, finches, and chickadees while yours stays eerily quiet? You’re not alone. The … Read more
Hummingbirds return to their breeding grounds with remarkable precision, often arriving at the same yards year after year. But they’re … Read more
You hear it again—that rhythmic tapping against your siding or under the eaves. Your first thought? Woodpecker. But before you … Read more
Bird feeders bring incredible joy to our backyards, but they also create conditions where diseases can spread quickly among local … Read more
If you’ve been putting off cleaning your birdhouses, February is calling your name. It’s the perfect window between winter and … Read more
Creating a bird-friendly yard doesn’t require expensive feeders or elaborate landscaping. One of the simplest, most effective strategies is something … Read more
While many bird species change partners each season, some are remarkably devoted—pairing up for years or even a lifetime. These … Read more
That gnarled, leafless tree in your backyard might look like an eyesore, but to birds, it’s prime real estate. Dead … Read more
While snow still blankets parts of the country, some birds are already making their way back from warmer climates. These … Read more
Cardinals are loyal visitors once they find a reliable food source, and the right offerings can turn occasional stops into … Read more
If you’ve been hearing more cardinal songs lately, you’re not imagining things. February marks a noticeable surge in cardinal singing—bright, … Read more
Hummingbirds are drawn to yards that offer native, nectar-rich blooms throughout the season. If you want to create a hummingbird … Read more
Missing the arrival of the first hummingbirds in spring isn’t just disappointing—it can cost you a full season of visitors. … Read more
You hang a beautiful suet feeder, excited to welcome woodpeckers and chickadees to your yard. Instead, you get a noisy … Read more
Have you noticed the same bird showing up in your yard day after day? There’s a good chance it’s not … Read more
Walk into any serious birder’s garage, and you’ll almost always find the same thing: bags of black oil sunflower seeds. … Read more
You’ve invested in quality seed, picked out the perfect feeder, and set everything up with care. So why are all … Read more
One morning your feeders are bustling with cardinals and chickadees. The next week? Total silence. If you’ve noticed your backyard … Read more
Not all feeders are created equal. Some popular designs—often marketed as convenient or decorative—can actually put your backyard birds at … Read more
February is tough on birds. Natural food sources are scarce, temperatures still dip below freezing, and the breeding season is … Read more
When temperatures drop and natural water sources freeze over, backyard birds face a real challenge. A heated rock de-icer offers … Read more
When temperatures plummet and a polar vortex settles in, wild birds burn through calories at an alarming rate just to … Read more
Store-bought suet cakes can cost $2 or more, and they often melt into a greasy mess when temperatures climb. The … Read more