Bumble hummingbirds are charming birds easily identified with a diminutive slender body, iridescent colors, and bee-like appearances. You can see them darting around nectar feeders and brightly colored flowers in parts bof the US and tropical forests in Mexico. Bumblebee hummingbirds have no sense of smell but have superb color vision. How much do you […]
The magic of hummingbirds leaves me speechless whenever I have the privilege of seeing one. I love watching their busy bodies stop by my feeder for a sip of delicious sugar water as they go about what looks like a very busy day. I am from Georgia, where Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are the only species of
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Few birds match the pluck and charm of the tiny but mighty Anna’s Hummingbird. While many bird species are currently in decline, the Anna’s Hummingbird has adapted to life in urban areas across western North America and expands its range each year. In fact, if you live in the urban west, you’ve probably got one
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Situated pretty much right in the middle of the United States, Missouri is a surprisingly bird-rich state. It features a variety of habitats, including grasslands, tallgrass prairies, wetlands, and several types of forests, creating perfect homes for over 400 North American bird species, with northern, southern, eastern, and western species all converging here. It’s also
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New Mexico is an absolute wonderland for birding! With its southern border touching the deserts of Mexico and its northern border hitting Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, it’s a confluence for both exciting tropical southern species, like Elegant Trogons, and temperate northwestern species like Western Tanagers. Likewise, birds of the Great Plains frequently enter the state by
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Birds love to bathe, and watching them do it is relaxing. The combination of decoration and function makes bird baths a great addition to any outdoor space. Since bird baths are made from several types of materials, you should be able to find one that is aesthetically pleasing and matches your yard décor. You only
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Birds are hungry. They have higher metabolic rates than similarly-sized mammals, so they have to eat more. You can help our backyard visitors by offering them seeds in bird feeders. But if you have a lot of birds, you may go through a lot of seed. Buying in bulk is a great way to save money,
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It’s time to go shopping for a new bird feeder! If your shopping location is Home Depot, let’s learn about the best bird feeders you can get there. Whether you’re looking for a specialized feeder for hummingbirds or goldfinches, a squirrel-proof feeder, or a general feeder, you’ll find what you need at Home Depot. I
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When birds nest, they are trying to hide their offspring from predators. That means bird nests are often hard for us to find (a good thing for the birds!). Additionally, some species nest in cavities where we can’t see inside. Bird watching is a great way to engage with nature, and we naturally want to
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Suppose you search for ‘finch birdhouse.’ In that case, you’ll immediately be sucked into a world of traditional enclosed birdhouses and an array of often photoshopped birds using them. Instead of wasting your money, let’s explore what we mean by ‘finch’ and learn about the type of birdhouse they’ll use. First, we’ll have to narrow
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