Squirrels are extremely intelligent creatures. They can be cute, but they can also be destructive pests. If you’ve been keeping a close eye on your bird feeder or birdhouse and found that a squirrel is continuously outsmarting you, well, you’re not alone! So, how to keep squirrels away from bird houses? Read ahead as we …
Bird houses
Attracting wild birds like woodpeckers to your backyard won’t only make beautiful scenery. It’ll also add rhythm to your yard and may control infestations. (That is three birds with one stone!) Aside from their colorful feathers and diversity, each woodpecker has its own unique drumming sound. Woodpeckers tap into trees, searching for food, marking their …
The amount of diversity present in birds is outstanding. Even closely related species exhibit different behaviors. Some prefer to build nests in chambers, while others set up their nests in trees. If you’re a nature enthusiast who likes watching birds in your garden, you may wonder if they mind settling in old nests. So, do …
Here’s something you may not know: a bird’s body is about 5℉ warmer than a human’s. That means birds get hotter faster than us, and their bodies emit heat to the surroundings. Imagine cramming some birds in a birdhouse with no means of ventilation. That would be ugly, wouldn’t it? This brings us to the …
If you’re a bird watcher, the easiest way to get to know the birds of your area is by attracting them to your backyard. The best way to do that is by setting up a birdhouse or a bird feeder in your backyard. You’ve probably heard about these two structures, but do you know the …
Have you put some birdhouses on your property recently? It might take a little while for birds to finally start using them when you’ve just installed them. How do birds go about finding birdhouses? Is this something that takes a very long time? Below, you’ll learn about how birds find birdhouses. You’ll also get information …
Have you been thinking of installing birdhouses on your property? This could be a great idea if you want to attract birds to your yard. Birdhouses give birds a convenient nesting location. They can utilize the birdhouses that you place, and you’ll have an easier time watching them. Of course, you shouldn’t install birdhouses just …
Having birdhouses on your property can be very satisfying. It’s a great way to attract birds to your yard so you can watch them. Sadly, there might be times when birds won’t use the birdhouses that you install. One reason birds might stay away involves bees and wasps. What should you do if the birdhouses …
Are you thinking about buying some birdhouses for your yard soon? This could be a great idea. You’ll surely love having birds nest on your property. If you’re someone who enjoys watching birds, this makes a lot of sense. If you’re new to buying birdhouses, you might be wondering how big they need to be. …
Having birdhouses in your yard should be a lot of fun. You love attracting birds to your yard so you can watch them. Generally, you expect birds to nest in birdhouses during the spring and summer months. What happens in the winter, though? Do birds use birdhouses during the winter? Or will they simply not …