Live north of Zone 8? You know what’s coming.The birds do too, and they left you a list of things they’d like to see in their…umm, your backyard. Can birds survive on their own in winter? In a word, yes. Birds are perfectly equipped to withstand winter weather. They don’t need us. BUT… Human … Read more
Squirrel-proof bird feeders are often characterized by unsightly cages and other industrial elements that can hurt the ambiance of your backyard garden. That’s why our staff here at BirdhouseSupply.com fell in love with the Woodlink Red Bird’s Choice as soon as we pulled it from the box. Squirrel proof bird feeder with style Woodlink’s … Read more
Hawks and other birds of prey soaring over your bird feeder could cause anxiety for bird lovers. Despite their beauty, raptors can bring backyard gardens quickly back into the wild realities of a natural landscape. However, there are some advantages to having birds of prey nearby. Natural security for the birds Whether Falcon, Hawk or Owl, … Read more
Many of the wild birds we most enjoy in our yards are not ones we actively try to attract. We’re hoping to change that this week with a little education on why you might want blackbirds, crows, mockingbirds and other common suburban birds in your yard. A little different from the other Bird Feeder Preferences … Read more
You set out your feeding stations. You enjoy the glint of sunflower seed through the sparkling clean hopper. You sit back and wait. And …There they come – luminous cardinals, the lemony goldfinches, and darting chickadees. Beautiful! Until the next morning… Your feeder is on the ground. Seed seems scattered everywhere and cracked perches droop off … Read more
Many bird watchers enjoy sitting for hours and watching the antics of birds flying, hunting for food and raising their young. However, during cold winter months sitting outdoors to watch the birds doesn’t seem so attractive. Winter is the most critical time to place feed out to help birds supplement their natural diet. A new … Read more
Woodlink manufactures or imports a variety of bird feeders to fit almost any need. Here we’ll explore a few favorites seed feeders, suet/combo feeders, and fruit feeders. Seed Feeders Woodlink manufactures tube, sunflower, caged, platform and many other styles of seed feeders. Two of the most popular are: Going Green Seed Feeder The Going Green 2 … Read more
Why a window feeder Window bird feeders are a spectacular way to watch birds close up, from the comfort of your kitchen or living room window. These versatile feeders are easy to access for cleaning and/or refilling and allow you to watch birds close up in all kinds of conditions. In addition, window feeders … Read more
Winter is a prime time for bird feeders. However, a quick Google search will show thousands of different opinions on whether or not feeding birds is good. Here are the pros and cons of backyard bird feeders to help you decide: Backyard Bird Feeder Pros Watching birds in the comfort of your backyard is non-intrusive … Read more
The Tufted Titmouse, as the name suggests, are a small bird with gray-capped head and big black eyes. Setting these features against a nearly white face and underbelly make this little bird remind some of us of a certain bearded wizard. You will often find Titmice with Chickadees, but they are slightly larger and stand … Read more
Learn how easy it is to welcome enchanting little hummingbirds into your yard. Plant hummingbird gardens and set out their favorite nectar to make your house a hummingbird destination. What appears like a thought and disappears like a prism in a dream? Witnessing fleeting little hummingbirds is a lingering privilege, like memories of a childhood … Read more
We often think of nature as something that “happens” in the country. Nature is hanging out in farmlands and in vast fields, in wild mountains and grasslands. But nature “happens” everywhere. The entire planet is one connected ecosystem. Even urban jungle dwellers can cultivate their surroundings to be bird friendly. It doesn’t take much – … Read more
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