BACKYARD BIRDS

Feeding backyard birds, what to feed the birds and how to keep squirrels away from the bird food

A fall and winter bird feeder is a great way to maintain your connection to the environment, and to provide nourishment to backyard birds just when they need it the most.

Some of our more common feathered friends.

Contrary to popular belief, not all birds will flock to a bird feeder filled with bird seed. Some birds, such as Mockingbirds, Orioles, Nuthatches, Wrens, Warblers, Woodpeckers and Chickadees, are insect eating birds.

There are several things that can be done to increase the number of birds that visit your yard.

Backyard landscaping can be a cost-prohibitive endeavor. With five easy backyard upgrades under $50, homeowners make the area user-friendly without breaking the bank. Who knew garden upgrades could be so inexpensive?

If you find yourself thinking, "All I want to do is sit for a few minutes, relax, and meditate in my backyard,then perhaps it is time to contemplate building yourself a Backyard Water Garden Sanctuary - a personalized Zen Zone.

Catching a glimpse of local wildlife is fun, educational, and it's easy to entice birds and small mammals into your yard if you provide what they need.

With the hot weather quickly approaching, many of you are getting ready to have fun in the pool. If you have a backyard pool these tips can help to enhance the experience for you and your guests.

Looking for a rewarding spring project? Take the boost of energy spring provides and turn your yard into a backyard wildlife habitat. It's easier than you think!

Turning a humble backyard into a fairy tale wedding venue takes a bit of finesse, a workable budget plan and a well thought out ceremony and reception.

Winter is the time when birds need human assistance the most. The following information provides tips on feeding birds in colder areas of the United States, and many of these bird feeding tips can be used in other locations across the globe.

How to attract birds to your yard using plants. The plants covered in this article offer food or shelter for birds, and often offer both.

Whether you can name the species in your backyard, or you just enjoy watching birds, here's a fun thing you can do to help scientists keep track of shifting bird populations.

Before you decide to build a nestbox, first do a bit of homework about the birds you want to attract. Otherwise, you may find yourself with an impractical nestbox no bird will ever enter.