Making your own hummingbird food at home is easier than you might think and costs much less than buying pre-made nectar. You only need two simple ingredients—white sugar and water—mixed in the right ratio to create safe, healthy nectar that hummingbirds love. This homemade version skips unnecessary additives like red dye that store-bought options often […]
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With spring and fall migration, many areas will see or hear a Nightjar. If you hear that typical call in the late evening or night, then you may have stumbled across one like a Whipporwill or Chuck-will’s-widow. In NYC, the birding community is on top of any new sightings. Recently, there was a Chuck-will’s-widow in
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Eagles are powerful hunters that eat a wide variety of animals to survive in different habitats around the world. Most eagles primarily hunt fish, birds, and small mammals, though they also eat reptiles, insects, and dead animals they find. When you watch an eagle soar overhead, you might wonder what drives these magnificent birds to
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Winter doesn’t mean your backyard has to be empty of wildlife. You might have to look for longer periods of time before you spot one. But many birds stay active during the coldest months, visiting feeders. So if you see a dash of color in your yard, it might be a bird you’ve been wanting
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Finding food in the winter can be tricky for wild birds. Natural food becomes scarce and energy needs increase in the cold. Setting up a feeding station in your yard helps these feathered visitors survive the harsh months. Plus, you’ll get a prime vantage point to watch their behavior. The key to successful winter bird
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It’s true that most birds will keep their wild instincts even as pets. What this means is that building a strong relationship with them works differently than with dogs or cats. Building a bond with your pet bird requires much more work. You’ll need patience, consistency, and respect for their natural behaviors. When you understand
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If you want to see more Hummingbirds in your yard, these potted plants will attract them. Growing the right flowers in containers can turn any outdoor area into a hummingbird feeding station. These birds look for bright colors and nectar-rich blooms to get the energy they need. We’ll cover specific plant options that work well
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They’re round. They’re fast. And they sound like they’re whistling “chicka dee dee dee dee” from the treetops. The Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) is one of the cutest birds you’ll ever spot in a backyard or forest edge. Weighing just 10 to 14 grams, about a third the size of a European Starling, they’re tiny
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Here’s a reality check for anyone thinking about bringing this parrot home. Macaws are very cool, intelligent birds, which makes them alluring pets at first glance. However, many aspects of their biology and behavior conflict with the constraints of life in a home. The result is often a bird whose welfare is compromised and a
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The Whooping Crane is one of North America’s rarest and cool birds, standing nearly five feet tall with a wingspan that can stretch over seven feet. Once on the brink of extinction, their populations have slowly recovered thanks to intensive conservation work, and today there are a few special places where you can reliably see
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