Helping You Learn More About Birdwatching
If you live in the eastern and central states of America, it’s likely that you will see blue jays in your yard during the winter and even all year round. So, do blue jays migrate? The answer to this question is not a simple one. Some blue jays do migrate […]
Many gardeners welcome blue jays to their backyard feeders. They make a noisy and colorful addition to the bird life in your garden. But, have you ever wondered about blue jay eggs? The blue jay nesting season is a long one and can last from March to July. If you’re […]
The blue jay life cycle starts with their parents during the first few months until the fall season, after which they embark out on their own. Blue jays reach maturity at 1 year and then find a mate for life. These birds live for approximately 7 years in the wild. […]
Blue Jays have a bad reputation for being aggressive birds but they do not normally eat other birds. A study of their feeding habits found that only 1% of the studied birds had traces of eggs in their stomach. So, where does this false perception come from? Blue Jays are […]
Hawks are magnificent birds of prey known as raptors. But, what are hawks afraid of? Contrary to what you may believe, hawks do have predators and will avoid contact with these whenever possible. These predators include owls, eagles and crows. They also include raccoons and snakes. Plus, other larger hawks […]
Have you ever seen a hummingbird nest? Chances are, you probably haven’t as they’re extremely small and incredibly difficult to spot from the ground. Generally, a hummingbird nest is about the size of a golf ball and will usually be hidden in the branches of a tree. Hummingbird nests are […]
Contrary to the myth that if you keep your feeders out, hummingbirds do not migrate, they will indeed fly south for the winter. It’s part of their natural instinct and no matter how much nectar is available, these tiny birds will still migrate. Wouldn’t you fly to a warmer climate […]
Even if you have a number of bird feeders set up around your yard, you might not always have the time to sit and watch the visiting birds. Therefore, setting up a camera near your bird feeders allows you to capture all the action that you would otherwise miss. In […]
How fast a hummingbird’s heart beats might be a question that you never thought about asking. But, the answer might well surprise you because it beats fast! Generally, a hummingbird’s heart will beat as fast as 1,260 beats per minute when it’s in full flight. When you compare this to […]
Scientists have discovered that the ultra-fast wing flapping of hummingbirds is the source of their characteristic humming sound. There are specific aerodynamics at play which creates the sound that is distinct from other birds and insects. When talking about the sounds that birds make it is usually the bird call […]