Seeing orioles at my backyard bird feeders is always exciting. Not only are these birds beautiful with their striking orange plumage, but seeing them is a sure sign that Summer is just around the corner, as most orioles arrive back to their northern breeding range sometime in May. But attracting orioles to your bird feeders presents challenges because they have an entirely different diet […]
7 Best Bird Feeders For SMALL Birds In MY Backyard (2019)
When most people start feeding birds in their backyard, they envision lots of beautiful species quietly sharing the food you have provided. They think somehow the birds will realize that there is plenty to go around and everyone will take turns getting their fill. Unfortunately, it doesn’t take long to realize that not only do the small songbirds appreciate your free food, but so do […]
7 Proven Suet Feeders That Attract Woodpeckers!
Through the years, I have tried to find the BEST suet feeders for my backyard, constantly experimenting looking for the ones that attract the most birds. I have found there are COUNTLESS types of suet feeders that you can purchase, and they vary significantly in price, design, and quality. In this article, I plan on showing you some of the BEST suet feeders […]
What are the BEST types of bird feeders?
“How Do I Choose The Right Type of Bird Feeder?“ It’s an extremely common question. Especially from beginners who are just discovering how much fun it is to feed wild birds! The short answer is that there are many types of bird feeders with each one having its own unique purpose. The bird feeder type that is best for you typically comes down […]
15 Most Common Birds That Visit Feeders (Simple ID Guide!)
Do you want to know the most frequently asked question people have while watching my LIVE bird cams? “What type of bird is that?“ Or I’ve observed from time to time that someone incorrectly identifies a particular species of bird, and other viewers think what they said was correct. So I thought it was time to create a guide to the common […]
Bird Seed 101: The 10 Best Types For Wild Birds
Not all types of bird seed and food are created equal. When you go to the store and see all the different bags of bird food, it’s easy to become a bit overwhelmed and wonder whats the best seeds and mixes to offer your backyard birds. Whether you just started feeding birds or you’re frustrated at the amount of food wasted at your feeders, I think […]
Attract Blue Jays With These 4 SIMPLE Strategies (2019)
It’s surprising to me that some people don’t enjoy seeing Blue Jays in their backyard. They think jays are a “bully” bird and are too noisy, aggressive, and messy. I could not disagree more! I love attracting Blue Jays to my yard. They are one of my favorite birds to watch because of their array of vocalizations (did you know jays imitate hawks?), intelligence, […]
The 4 Blue Jay Feeders Working Best For Me (2019)
My family loves watching Blue Jays visit our bird feeders! Frequently heard before seen, jays typically don’t stay long at our feeding station. Once they land, they quickly take a whole peanut or fill their throat with sunflower seeds and fly off again. *Jump directly to the list of the 4 best bird feeders for Blue Jays.* Unfortunately, because of a Blue Jay’s relatively […]
How To Choose Binoculars (Step-By-Step Guide – 2019)
Choosing binoculars is challenging. There are thousands of optics ranging across many price points. Regardless if your hobby is birding, hunting, or something else, this article will help explain the different specifications, technical data, and features of binoculars you need to know before making a purchase. Quick Links: How to Choose Binoculars The 10 Features/Specifications You Need to Know About! Why are some binoculars so expensive? […]
9 Of The Best Binoculars for Kids (From $12 to $850)
Finding the best binoculars for your kids is a different process than buying ones for yourself. That’s because our children have unique needs, and let’s be honest, most parents don’t want to spend an enormous amount of money on their kid’s binoculars because of the fear they are going to get lost or broke. Here are 3 features parents consider essential when purchasing children’s binoculars: […]
Attract Cardinals With These 4 Simple Strategies (2019)
I have a running competition at my house, and it pertains to attracting Northern Cardinals. The game is to see how many cardinals you can observe at one time in my backyard! Currently, our record is fifteen, which was set on a cold, snowy day last winter. Check out this LIVE stream of my bird feeders! You may be able to see some […]
How To Install a Live Animal Cam & Stream To YouTube (Idiots Guide!)
I’ve wanted to install a LIVE animal cam in my backyard for a long time now. I thought it would be fun to watch my bird feeders up close whenever I wanted and wherever I was located. Plus, it would be beneficial for anyone visiting Bird Watching HQ to see what I was doing in my backyard. After hours of research and experimentation (and […]
3 Proven Ways To Get Rid of Starlings TODAY
My bird feeding station has been designed with care to prevent, repel, deter, and get rid of starlings. And before you say that I should feed all of God’s creatures with a smile on my face, I want you to know that I wholeheartedly disagree! *Click here to skip directly to the 3 strategies that help stop starlings!* Here are the four reasons […]
Attract Birds With These SIMPLE Strategies [2019]
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“How do you attract birds to your backyard?“ The entire reason I created Bird Watching HQ a few years ago was to help answer the above question. My goal has been to create a small oasis for birds and wildlife in my backyard, which sits in a suburban neighborhood between two large cities (Cleveland & Akron, Ohio). Here’s the biggest lesson I’ve learned so […]
The 6 BEST Heated Bird Baths To Try This Winter (2019)
Below you are going to find a list of some of the BEST heated bird baths that are available to purchase online. But before we dive in, I want to first talk about three things you should consider when shopping for a new heated birdbath: 1. Price And because the cost is important to so many people, I have organized the bird bath reviews […]
The Bird Bath Buying Guide: 8 Questions To Ask Yourself (2019)
Bird baths are the thing everyone knows they SHOULD have in their backyards. Unfortunately, not many people actually pull the trigger and offer a fresh source of water year-round for their birds. And most enthusiasts that do buy a bird bath often don’t keep up with the maintenance, and it ends up being nothing more than a lawn ornament filled with filthy water. *Click Here […]
Create A Bird Feeding Station With These 7 Simple Steps!
Creating a bird feeding station in your backyard is a bit more complicated than just hanging a bird feeder and filling it with some cheap food you found at the store. Birds are dynamic creatures with both needs AND wants. If you’re going to attract the widest variety of species possible, you need to learn how to be a fantastic host that leaves our […]
The 2019 Hummingbird Food Guide (Easy Nectar Recipe + FAQ)
Are you looking for a proven hummingbird nectar recipe? Do you have questions about how to make hummingbird food that is both safe and effective? If so, you are not alone and join thousands (millions?) of other hummingbird enthusiasts across North America. My goal is to answer all of your nectar related questions in this post. First, you are going to learn an […]
How To Attract Hummingbirds: 38 Simple Tips (2019 Guide!)
Many years ago, my dad and I visited someone’s house whose entire backyard was dedicated to attracting hummingbirds. It was unbelievable! There were dozens of hummingbirds flying every direction visiting nectar feeders and beautiful flowers scattered across their yard. Now that I have a house and yard of my own, I have spent the last few years trying to transform my backyard […]
28 Common Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds (Native, Easy To Grow)
“What flowers attract hummingbirds?” This is probably the most common question people have as they construct their hummingbird garden and habitat. I know it was for me. Trying to sort through hundreds of potential flowers that hummingbirds (might) like was more frustrating and time-consuming than I had initially thought. I have spent hours trying to find the perfect mix of flowers and […]