How do you attract owls to your yard? Few birds make me stop in my tracks quite like an owl. These beautiful raptors always seem as curious and inquisitive about me, as I am about them. On many occasions, I have been able to observe a Barred Owl closely while it swayed its head side to side, checking me out. Not only […]
Purple Coneflower 101: WHY & HOW To Grow This Flower!
Are you ready to learn more about Purple Coneflower? If so, you are in the right place. Today, you are going to learn everything you need to know about this wonderful, NATIVE plant. I’ve organized this post into the following sections: What is Purple Coneflower? Why should you grow Purple Coneflower? (5 reasons!) How do you grow Purple Coneflower? Common Pests and Diseases […]
17 FUN Facts About Bats You Can’t Resist! (2021)
Are you ready to learn some fun facts about bats? These flying mammals are incredibly unique. Even though they are common across almost the entire planet, people rarely see them because most species are nocturnal. Today, you are going to learn 18 interesting bat facts! Fact #7 below is my favorite. In fact, it’s the reason that I try to attract […]
12 BEST Bird Baths To Consider In 2021! (I own #5)
What is the best bird bath for your backyard? This is a common question asked by many bird feeding enthusiasts. Unfortunately, it’s not one that is easy to answer. The problem is that there are HUNDREDS of options available to purchase. Birdbaths come in MANY different styles, colors, and materials. For example, are you looking for a decorative bath in […]
7 Ways To Keep Raccoons OFF Your Bird Feeders! (2021)
How do you keep raccoons away and off bird feeders? Unfortunately, I recently had to ask myself this question. For years, raccoons have comfortably eaten sunflower seeds and peanuts on the ground underneath my feeders. I thought we had a good relationship. You see, every day, I put food on the ground for the birds. And almost every night, raccoons come to […]
7 Easy Ways To Attract Bats To Your Yard! (2021)
Do you want to learn how to attract bats? Well, you have come to the right place! Attracting bats and creating a bat-friendly habitat is not only easy but can be a great deal of fun. Today, you are going to learn 7 different ways you can encourage these small mammals to visit or roost in your backyard. Many people wonder […]
20 Facts About Skunks That Don’t Stink! (2021)
Are you ready to learn some interesting facts about skunks? Unfortunately, due to their stinky nature, skunks get an unfortunate reputation. These nocturnal mammals rarely bother anyone, except for the occasional dog that runs after them. But what would you do if a giant canine were chasing you down? I’d spray him too if I could! Anyway, skunks are quite interesting if you […]
8 BEST Birding Tour Companies for Worldwide Travel! (2021)
So you’re looking to go on a birding tour? That’s incredible news. But unfortunately, deciding to go on a bird watching trip is an easy decision. The hardest part is trying to find where to go and a reputable company to travel with. There are dozens and dozens of tour operators operating all around the world! Below, you will learn about 8 […]
Joe Pye Weed 101: HOW & WHY To Grow This Native Plant!
One of my favorite native flowers is Joe Pye Weed. In case you are unaware of Joe Pye Weed, it’s a gorgeous wildflower that grows up to 7 feet tall. When it’s in full bloom, it has a large plume of pinkish lavender flowers at the top that attracts many species of wildlife. Please don’t let the fact that ‘weed’ appears in […]
Bee Balm 101: HOW & WHY You Should Grow This Native Plant!
So you want to know more about Bee Balm? Well, you have come to the right place. Today, I have lots of information to share about Bee Balm, which is also known commonly as Monarda. My post is organized into the following sections: What is Bee Balm? Why should you grow Bee Balm? (4 reasons) How do you grow Monarda? Common Pests and Diseases […]
8 Ways to Get Rid of Pigeons From Your House (& Feeders)!
How do you get rid of pigeons? Almost everyone that has attracted this invasive species to their yard has asked themselves this question. Pigeons can be incredibly problematic. First, these rather large birds can take over your feeding station, crowding out all the beautiful songbirds. The pigeons scarf down as much food as possible, and unfortunately, they aren’t polite enough to leave any […]
7 Ways to Keep Bees Off Your Hummingbird Feeders!
How do you keep bees away from your hummingbird feeders? Almost everyone who feeds hummingbirds has had to deal with bees competing for the delicious nectar. Yellow jackets, wasps, and hornets are especially frustrating when the feeders are close to your house because then these insects are more likely to bother or even sting you! Not to mention that a feeder full of bees […]
9 Ways To Keep Ants OFF Your Hummingbird Feeders
How do you keep ants off your hummingbird feeders? I don’t know anyone who wants these insects drinking the nectar that was put out for their hummingbirds. Mainly since ants can PREVENT hummingbirds, which happens when they arrive by the thousands and swarm over your feeders. Or it’s common for ants to get into the feeding ports and die inside, which can contaminate your […]
18 Bald Eagle Facts That Will Make You Soar With Joy!
What do you call an eagle that plays the piano? Talon-ted! 🙂 Now that we got that silly joke out of the way, let’s get to the real reason you are here. You want to learn some fun facts about Bald Eagles! Well, you’re in luck because today I am providing 18 Bald Eagle facts. Get ready to be entertained! Before […]
17 Fun Facts About Hedgehogs! [2021]
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What do you get when a hedgehog mates with a snake? Barbed wire! Ok, I’m sorry for the silly joke. 🙂 But today we are going to learn some interesting information about one of the internet’s favorite animals –> The hedgehog! Specifically, I am providing: 17 Fun Facts About Hedgehogs! We are going to cover everything from what a hedgehog […]
Hummingbird Nests: 7 Fun Facts You Should Know (2021)
Hummingbird nests are one of nature’s engineering miracles. There are many exciting things to know about hummer nests, such as how they are made and what materials are used for construction. So today, I am going to provide SEVEN interesting facts that I have recently learned. Before we begin, I have a question to ask: Do you want to watch a […]
8 Most Common Hummingbird Species (ID Guide)
Did you know there are over 350 hummingbird species in the world? I had no idea! Unfortunately, less than a dozen types of hummingbirds are commonly seen in the United States and Canada. For example, where I live in Akron, Ohio, we only get to observe the Ruby-throated Hummingbird during the warm summer months. Because hummingbirds are incredibly fast and small, […]
How to Attract Butterflies: 17 Tips (2021 Guide)
How do you attract butterflies to your yard? I have been pondering this question recently after visiting my grandparents. They have managed to create an incredible pollinator garden in their backyard, full of beautiful flowers that bloom throughout the whole summer. One of their favorite activities is watching butterflies flutter around their yard. My grandpa has even built a small, screened house […]
34 Host Plants For Butterflies & Caterpillars (New Guide)
FLOWERS get all the attention when it comes to attracting butterflies! With their bright, beautiful, nectar-filled blooms, it’s easy to see why gardeners love providing flowers to encourage butterflies to visit their backyards. *CLICK HERE to skip directly to the list of butterfly host plants!* But I want you to stop and think about the butterfly life cycle: As you can see, there […]
21 Most Common Feeder Birds in Europe (ID Guide!)
Ever since starting the live cameras in my backyard in Ohio, I have always felt comfortable helping viewers identify birds they have never seen before. From Northern Cardinals to Blue Jays to Downy Woodpeckers, I have a lot of confidence in helping with any identification question. But then we added a live bird feeder camera from Germany to the site. And then another […]