Does it seem like your birdwatching hobby has become more of a squirrel-watching activity? I’ve been reading some of the hilarious and animated comments on the web from concerned bird watchers and thought I’d better put a few tips out there to help solve this problem. In this article, I’m going to teach you 11 …
European starlings are actually really cool birds, with loads of personality and clearly a lot of intelligence. The problem is that they’re not native outside of Europe and Asia and can be a bit of a pest, often taking over the feeder and bullying the other birds a little. As much as we might wish …
Of all the birds, owls must be some of the most fascinating and exciting to see. Personally, the most fun I’ve had while birdwatching has definitely been when looking for owls. The challenge of finding these nocturnal predators is something every birdwatcher should take on. Georgia is blessed with no less than 7 species of …
It’s a warm summer’s day and you’ve got your nectar feeders out in all the right places around the yard and filled with fresh sugar water to feed your favorite hummingbirds. But there’s a problem, somethings visiting the feeders and it’s not your feathered friends. The bees have arrived. The bees themselves will be just …
If you’re planning to hang a bird feeder in your backyard, your primary aim is to find a secure location to attract birds in large numbers. After all, that’s why you are installing a bird feeder in the first place, right? So, how can you find the right location? If this is your question, you’re …
Winter is a problematic season for many wild birds. This is the reason why many of them migrate south the moment the winds of autumn turn colder and the days become shorter. However, there are still a lot of them who stay for the winter. Their biggest problem during this time of the year is …
Who wouldn’t like a flash of golden orange in their garden from time to time? If the beautiful plumage of Orioles isn’t enough to entice you, their sweet melody surely will. If you are in the West, you have most likely seen the Bullock’s oriole. If you’re in the East, you have seen either the …
As a longtime bird watching aficionado, it took me some time to actually grasp the do’s and don’ts of bird-watching. One of the biggest lessons I have learned in doing so is the underrated use of squirrel feeders. Most of the new blood in this particular hobby scene might be taken aback by the thought …
If bird watching is your thing, you have to know by now that simply hanging your feeders on tree branches don’t always work for the best. Squirrels and raccoons can use the branches to climb above the feeder and then slide down or jump to the feeder. If you don’t have additional protection against squirrels, …
Even if you’ve never tried bird watching before, seeing a colorful bird rest on a branch and hearing their chirps can easily get you hooked! Bird watching is even healthier than staring at your television or computer all day. If you’ve seen one or two birds perch by your window once, you would surely want …
