Tag: birds
Music to the ears: Early migrants are back
The first hints of migration appeared when a few turkey vultures sailed over Scott Shalaway's house. Since then early migrants have continued to return.
How to keep Canada geese off your property
Canada geese can be encouraged to abandon the pond, yard, golf course or park by implementing multiple strategies in a rotation before nests are built.
Wildlife studies provide food for thought
The Wildlife Society recently released some short summaries of wildlife research that provide food for thought.
Nest box season; tips and tricks to get it right
Now is the time to build or buy nest boxes so birds have time to accept them as part of their habitat. Follow these tips and tricks to get it right.
Why should you feed the birds? For the joy
If you start feeding birds in the winter do you have to continue to do so? The simple answer is "no."
Small birds make very interesting feeders
Kinglets winter across the lower 48 states, but some golden crowns remain as far north as Maine and northeastern Canada.
Can we reaffirm our commitment to birds
Individual nature lovers around the world have joined forces to celebrate the "Year of the Bird" and commit to protecting birds for the next hundred years.
How to attract winter birds to your feeder
To attract birds to your feeder, you have to consider the seed you’re using, the type of feeder you have and what water sources are available.
Why do we see gulls during winter?
If you're seeing gulls this winter, it's probably cold, you're probably a few miles from a lake or river and there's probably an open dumpster nearby.
Birds use cover crops as B&B during migration
University of Illinois research shows that migratory birds prefer to rest and refuel in fields with cover crops.
