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So you're like me..... You love watching birds of all sorts find their way to your back yard. Hopefully, they will become permanent, or at least seasonal residents.

There are three requirements for success in attracting birds to your yard and feeders. It should come as no surprise to you that these three necessary ingredients for success are food, water, and shelter.

Gardener's have a distinct advantage in attracting birds. While everyone can put out bird feeders, a gardener can grow natural food that will be the first stop for birds every time. Attracting birds to your gardens is a natural.With the right plants, your yard will soon be filled with birds. There is a wide range of flowers and vegetables to choose from. We often think of Sunflowers, but there is so much more. More on garden plants that attracts birds.

True or False? Blue Jay Feathers are not Blue......

True. Blue Jay Feathers are actually Gray. It is actually an optical illusion caused by light refraction. The proof....hold a Blue Jay Feather up to the light and it will be gray.

There is no right or wrong way to feed the birds. Plant some flowers or vegetables. Put out a feeder. Or, just spread some seed on a picnic table or on your deck. As long as you are having fun and the birds come to visit, you're doing it right!

Thought for the Day: The early bird might get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.

Bird Identification

If you are like me, you get really excited when a new bird visits the feeder. The natural tendency is to run for the identification book. But, by the time you get back, the bird is gone. Instead, stay by the window. Study the bird carefully, committing every detail possible to memory.

As soon as he (or she) leaves, immediately write down those details. Then, go for the book....

Did you know? A woodpecker can peck up to 16 times per second.

Tip: Leaving a camera by the window where you most often watch birds, will increase the likelihood of capturing the moment.


Bird Control Methods:

You enjoy watching birds feed at your feeders.  Bur, you don't want enjoy them feeding on your fruits and vegetables.  Gardeners, want to see them only at the feeders.

See Bird Control Methods

Bird Netting and Frames


Bird Photography:

Avid "bird er" take pictures of the birds that visit their feeder. The digital Bird Cam is ready 24/7, awaiting the perfect picture.

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Bird Netting - Why let the birds eat all those plump Blueberries?

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