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By admin, on January 10th, 2012
If you’re going to be feeding birds in the garden this winter or indeed any time, then make sure you have the right feeding stations for birds.
There are lots of different ones which are said to be “squirrel proof”; mostly, they have overhanging roofs and are really too small for squirrels to balance on. Here are a selection of the more basic models.
Although I personally am not too keen on feeding birds too close to windows (a) because of the danger of cats on window sills and (b) because of the risk of a bird crashing into the window as it lands, many people like the opportunity to watch birds close up from the comfort and warmth of their home. Here are a few feeding stations for birds which attach to windows.
There are lots of different designs to choose from, plenty of which are really artistic and attractive; here are a few
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By admin, on October 5th, 2011
Feeding wild birds is a hobby with many rewards. In developed urban areas, the food supply for many wild birds becomes limited, due to the terrain which once provided plant and animal food resources being paved over. The most important reason to feed wild birds is to help birds to survive and thrive through the harsh winter months. The next best reason is that having your yard or garden full of colorful, vocal birds is something that makes the soul sing.
The first important question for most people is how to feed birds? Spreading the feed out on the ground is the most natural answer to the question of how to feed birds, but the downside here is that squirrels will also be able to consume it and the birds will be more vulnerable to predators, such as cats and snakes, while on the ground. For most people, the answer to this question will be commercial bird feeders
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By admin, on September 24th, 2011
The best bird watching binoculars for one person are not necessarily best for someone else; it depends largely on whether you plan to watch birds in wooded areas or wide open plains, from a distance or as close as you can get.
I’ll quickly recap on my previous article which can be found at Ezine Articles and which explained what the numbers 8 x 40 mean (for example). The first number is the magnification. In other words 8 x binoculars will make your object seem 8 times nearer than they really are and the second number, in this case 40 means that your objective lens is 40mm in diameter. This signifies the amount of light that you will get but the wider the lens the heavier the binoculars so a compromise is needed here.
Most birders think
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By admin, on September 20th, 2011
Mississippi Bird Watching: A Year-Round Guide
Like gardening, bird watching is a fast-growing regional hobby. Now, Cool Springs Press brings its proven method of successful state-specific gardening approach to bird watching guides. In collaboration with Bird Watcher’s Digest, these bird watching guides provide accessible, credible advice.
The birds that frequent the backyards of Mississppi differ from the birds that frequent the backyards of Tennessee. In addition to unique descriptions, each bird profile includes a range map to identify each bird’s North American distribution. One hundred birds are profiled, each with a color photograph, to ensure accurate identification. A seasonal section informs the reader of:Migrating birds that can be seen during that seasonThe foods and plants that can attract those birdsWhere to go to view year-round and migrating birds
Cool Springs Press’s partner, Bird Watcher’s Digest, has sold more than 4 million copies of their booklets on bird species, bird habitat, feeding, and other
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By admin, on September 14th, 2011
Exotic And Beautiful: Artificial Birds
Birds bring limitless joy with their vibrant colors and delightful songs. Although it seems inhuman to capture real birds to decorate your home, you can opt for artificial birds for this purpose. You can decorate both your home’s interior as well as exterior using these artificial birds. Decorating your home in a bird theme brings matchless beauty and adds an element of serenity.
Artificial Birds: Your Decoration Options
Here are some of the ways you can use artificial birds to decorate your home.
1. Backyard: Use artificial wild birds for bird themed exterior decorations. You can even choose to put up a beautiful birdhouse in your backyard to add a touch of reality. You can also decorate your backyard with handmade or store bought bird feeders to attract colorful birds.
2. Window sill: Decorate your window sill with bird motif vintage creamers. You may also use a silk flowering
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