Seeing More Hummingbirds in Your Yard? September Is the Reason
Seeing more hummingbirds this September? Learn how fall migration changes backyard activity, when to keep feeders up, and which late flowers can help.
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A Simple Feeder Trick That Helps Keep Pests Away From Hummingbirds
A plain-water ant moat can stop crawling pests without risky chemicals. These feeder fixes also reduce leaks, bees, wasps, and spoiled nectar.
5 Ways to Help Hummingbirds Survive Their Epic Fall Migration
Five simple fall changes can turn your yard into a safer refueling stop for migrating hummingbirds—from fresh nectar to flowers and window protection.
Don’t Cut These 7 Plants Back Yet—Birds Are Counting on Them
Before you clean up the fall garden, leave these seven seed-rich plants standing. They can provide backyard birds with food, cover, and places to forage through winter.
Texas most beautiful Birds (and How to attract them)
Texas is home to some of the most beautiful birds in America, from the rainbow-bright Painted Bunting to the elegant Scissor-tailed Flycatcher. Some visit feeders. Others need berries, water, shelter, …
Snowbirds and Songbirds: Illinois’ Secret Migration Season
Just when summer’s music fades, a new chorus begins. Fall migration transforms Illinois into a crossroads of wings, where juncos, owls, and cranes all share the same sky. They come …
10 Things Scaring Hummingbirds from Your Yard
Hummingbirds are mesmerizing, but their finicky nature means small mistakes can keep them away. From dirty feeders to missing nectar sources, your yard might be sending the wrong signals. Below, …
Illinois’ Top 25 Invasive Species You’ve Probably Seen (and Maybe Didn’t Know)
Illinois is home to some amazing wildlife and plants, but it’s also got a sneaky bunch of troublemakers who’ve taken over. These invasive species don’t just show up for a …
17 Plants That Attract Hummingbirds (And Look Great Doing It)
Hummingbirds are delightful visitors that transform any garden into a lively paradise. To attract these tiny wonders, choose vibrant plants they can’t resist. Here are 17 beautiful, hummingbird-friendly options (after …
How to Get Rid of Woodpeckers: Effective Deterrent Strategies
Getting Rid of Woodpeckers: Step By Step Step 1: Identify the Reason for Woodpecker Activity Question: Have you determined why woodpeckers are attracted to your property? Yes: Proceed based on …