With their mesmerizing aerial acrobatics and vibrant colors, these tiny wonders are a delightful visitor to any garden. We've got five tips that will make your garden a hummingbird haven. So grab your gardening gloves and let's get started! 1. Plant Native Flowers: Hummingbirds love native...
Are you interested in learning more about birds and getting started with birding and bird watching? If you live in Illinois, you're in luck! With over 400 species of birds to observe and various habitats to explore, Illinois is a great place to begin your...
Are you interested in offering suet to the birds in your backyard? Suet is a high-energy food that is especially popular with birds during the colder months when insects are scarce. Whether you're a seasoned birdwatcher or new to the hobby, you may have some...
This old bird adage could have several interpretations, but if you are truly eating like a bird then good for you! This would mean that you are a selective eater making sure that every calorie consumed counts and is working for you even in the...
Time to Set Your Avian Table for Springtime! Even if you are not a bird enthusiast, you cannot ignore the stunning beauty of the Baltimore oriole. The sound of a slow but loud flutelike whistle of “tea—dear—dear—dear—here -- dear,” or the flash of brilliant orange that...
Having birds stop by your patio can brighten any day. We love to see that our feathered buddies have made time to stop and check things out at our place. You don’t need a sprawling back forty to attract birds to your space. Birds make...
When February hits, and the snow and cold are really setting in, it’s easy to crave a little color in our yard. What better way to bring a little life back to your yard than a cardinal? Attracting cardinals to your yard is easier than...
In these cold winter months, a lot of us like to help out our backyard birds by putting out bird feed and suet. The intention is to help them stay fed as their resources in the wild become limited. While well-intended, one thing that we...
