Tag: UNSblogs
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Don’t Forget the Ground Feeders
Not all backyard birds like to go to feeders. Some species prefer feeding on the ground or on elevated feeding trays where several birds can feed at once. You can even sprinkle seed on an outdoor table with success. This is a good way to use mixed seed which is of limited interest to squirrels…
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Help Birds Find Shelter This Winter by Adding a Roost Box to Your Yard!
Roost boxes are an excellent addition to any bird lover’s yard. They are similar in appearance to a birdhouse but serve a different purpose altogether. Instead of building a nest inside and raising their young, birds use a roost box to provide shelter and warmth during winter and will often gather to share body heat.…
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SEED OF KINDNESS EVENT!
Happy New Year! We’re starting off the year by celebrating National Bird Day this coming Friday, January 5th. In recognition of this day we will be Sowing Seeds of Kindness by donating ten percent of all seed sales to Ontario Wildlife Rescue Centres! National Bird Day reminds us of our responsibility to help protect our…
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Bird Feeders
Depending on where you live, the landscape may be suggesting a white Christmas or perhaps you have been spared shoveling for now. Sooner or later, however, we will be fully into the grip of winter and your backyard birds will be looking for a helping hand. The important thing to remember is that it is…
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Keeping Squirrels at Bay: Tips for Protecting Your Suet Feeders
Suet feeders are a fantastic way to attract a variety of birds to your backyard, providing them with essential nutrients during the winter months. However, the persistent presence of squirrels can quickly turn your bird-feeding haven into a chaotic squirrel feast. Fear not! Here are some effective strategies to keep those furry acrobats away from…
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HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING – FOR YOUR BACKYARD FRIENDS
It’s that time of year again when we’re thinking about what gifts our family and friends would like… but what about the birds and squirrels? Have you ever thought about adding something special to your yard for your feathered and furry friends? You may consider doing something for the whole gang by adding a heated…
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Foil Those Squirrels Once and For All Regardless of What Feeder and Seed You Use
Ask anyone who feeds the birds in their yard and most agree squirrels are their nemesis. For me, I realize everything must eat but I like the hard-earned money I spend on bird seed going to the birds, not the squirrels. I have several different styles of feeders up in my yard as I like…
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Just Ducky
The big push has finally arrived. We have entered the peak season for waterfowl viewing with thousands of geese and ducks gathering along lakes and rivers. Dabblers like Mallards, Blacks and teal tip upside down or skim the surface of shallow water to feed. They are usually found in marshes or close to shore. Divers…
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Protect Migrating Birds from Window Collisions
As you may be aware, this time of the year marks the peak of the Fall bird migration season. Thousands of birds are currently in transit, flying long distances to reach their winter habitats. You may have already witnessed some Dark-eyed Juncos, White-throated sparrows, Kinglets, Sapsuckers and Northern Flickers in your area. However, during this…
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Mental Health Benefits of Birdwatching
Birdwatching is a good healthy hobby. People living in neighbourhoods with trees, shrubs, and birds suffer less from anxiety and depression. Spending one hour each day walking in a nearby park or conservation area will lower your stress level. This will calm your mind and offer you an escape from your daily life. Spending more…