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Native Sparrows – Get To Know These 15 Beautiful Birds

April 8, 2021 Christine Becker Leave a Comment

When some of us think of sparrows, we think of a small brown, dull bird that might even be invasive. This is the wrong image of native sparrows! Explore these 15 beautiful, endearing birds and learn why they are not only important but a bird you want in your yard! Native … [Read more...] about Native Sparrows – Get To Know These 15 Beautiful Birds

Birds birding, birdwatching

Preserving Beautiful Grassland Birds – 10 Key Steps

March 7, 2021 Christine Becker Leave a Comment

A healthy grassland habitat says so much about the environment, and grassland birds are just a small part of a big picture. I love these birds and the habitat they live in, but it's disappearing way too fast. Find out 10 key steps to take to help preserve habitat for grassland … [Read more...] about Preserving Beautiful Grassland Birds – 10 Key Steps

Birds birding, conservation

Birding Etiquette – Top 14 List of What Not To Do ( Seriously )

November 13, 2020 Christine Becker Leave a Comment

birding etiquette - top 14 list of what not to do

If you're a birdwatcher, then you know the absolute thrill of seeing a new bird in your area. Or better yet, a bird so rare that people come from all over to see it. Birding etiquette is a must and not hard to do. But how to enjoy this fulfilling hobby without putting birds in … [Read more...] about Birding Etiquette – Top 14 List of What Not To Do ( Seriously )

Birds birding, birding etiquette

The 41 Most Appreciated Birdwatching Gift Ideas

October 17, 2020 Christine Becker Leave a Comment

41 most appreciated birdwatching gift ideas

The gift ideas listed in this article are the actual gifts I wished for, received and loved, or went out and bought after a holiday. Get ready to make your birder happy with these birdwatching gift ideas in all price ranges. The 41 Most Appreciated Birdwatching Gift … [Read more...] about The 41 Most Appreciated Birdwatching Gift Ideas

Birds best gifts, birding

3 Easy Homemade Suet Recipes to Attract More Birds

October 14, 2020 Christine Becker 6 Comments

3 easy homemade suet recipes to attract more birds

I make homemade suet the same reason I make hummingbird nectar; it's easy and much healthier. In this article, you will find basic suet, no-melt suet, and peanut butter suet. All will attract many birds to your yard! 3 Easy Homemade Suet Recipes to Attract More Birds 1. … [Read more...] about 3 Easy Homemade Suet Recipes to Attract More Birds

Birds birding, feeding birds, homemade suet

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