Helping You Learn More About Birdwatching
You’ve probably heard of mealworms, and how they’re good food for fish and birds. But before you go ahead to buy some, you may want to know if your bird will even eat it. Virtually all insectivorous birds will eat mealworms since they are the larvae of the darkling beetle. […]
You can find hummingbird symbolism in cultures all over the world. Used as both a spiritual symbol and physical symbol, hummingbirds are associated with life, love, beauty, joy and freedom. Each culture places their own special meaning on this little bird. Let us take you on a journey of hummingbird […]
One of the fastest-growing activities of the 21st century, bird watching continues to gain in popularity! No longer the past time of retirees, it’s now enjoyed by all ages, having long left the confinements of those dark and dank reserves! From yards and gardens, parks and forests to mountains and seashores, […]
Watching hummingbirds feed is always a delight, especially when they’re feeding from a food source you placed. But as more birds visit the feeding station, you’ll need to clean the feeder more often. The best way to clean hummingbird feeders is to first discard any nectar left inside, then disassemble […]
When looking for the best hummingbird feeder, there are a variety of things you will need to take into consideration. While the gracious hummingbird is tiny in size, they are highly intelligent, meaning they will not be fooled, so you need to get every detail just perfect to create the ideal bird […]
If you’re lucky enough to witness orioles nearby, a specially designed oriole bird feeder will help you encourage them your way. One of the most visually stunning of birds, orioles are majestic and certainly liven up the areas they visit. A most particular bird type, orioles prefer to be the […]
Hummingbirds love nectar, so if you put out a feeder, there’s a good chance they’ll come and visit your garden. Unfortunately, they’re not the only ones who are attracted to the sweet smell of the sugary nectar. So, if you’re not careful you could find your feeder full of ants, […]
This might surprise you, but a praying mantis can indeed kill and eat a hummingbird. Only large mantises around 4 inches long have the capacity to catch a hummingbird, though. But, if a mantis is hungry and a hummingbird comes into its range, it will likely strike out with its […]
Raccoons are classed as omnivores which means that they will eat both meat and vegetation. However, they do eat bird seed and will generally raid your bird feeders at night because they’re nocturnal. How To Keep Raccoons Out Of Your Bird Feeders If you want to ensure that the raccoons […]
Is millet good for birds, I hear you ask. Actually, millet is quite nutritious and generally, birds love it. It also help birds with their digestion and has a calming effect on them. I’ll discuss some of the benefits a bit further on, but first, let me explain what millet […]