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Backyard Birding Advice - Page 4

Published 16th October 2022

How to keep Hummingbird feeder warm in winter

Hummingbird feeders can really only be kept warm with winter sun, you can then think about using a hot water bottle to finish off the day.

Published 13th October 2022

Should birdhouses have a perch

Birdhouses featuring a perch is one of many issues involving a problematic box; if the birdhouse has a perch present, remove it, as it gives predators a foothold.

Published 7th October 2022

Best color for a bird bath

What color theme you choose for a bird bath can be in any vibrant color you are happy with, but this bird bath should really be pushed in a flower bed.

Published 7th October 2022

How to hang bird feeder from gutter

Bird feeders can be hung anywhere off a gutter if its brand new or made in metal; to use a less safe plastic gutter will require some caution.

Published 4th October 2022

Are bird feeders Good or Bad idea

Subsidizing wild birds at feeders can only be a good idea, although its safe to say when people begin to not care later on, then it can be bad for birds.

Published 2nd October 2022

Can you put a Hummingbird feeder anywhere

You can put a Hummingbird feeder anywhere Hummingbirds are found to frequent in your yard; although putting a feeder in to a new location needs planning.

Published 30th September 2022

6 actionable bird feeder placement tips

Play it safe by hanging bird feeders in the center of the lawn to be sure its seen by as many birds as possible, only then can you change location.

Published 30th September 2022

Best place to hang bird feeders

Best possible place bird feeders can be hung in your yard is off a bird feeder pole, so all feeders can be located in an open clearing, above a sunlit lawn.

Published 29th September 2022

Are bird baths bad

Bird baths can quickly become a bad idea as soon as you realize you can't commit to the maintenance, thus a bird bath can only be good if you put in the work.

Published 26th September 2022

How high should a Bluebird feeder be

Bluebirds are always at risk of being a victim to cats or predators on the ground, thus a mealworm-filled Bluebird feeder must be kept above 4 feet.