2014-12-01 17:36
Brush Piles Are Awesome!I am very fortunate to live in the woods! Here is my newest brush pile, which includes lots of small branches and saplings that have fallen in windstorms… Read More
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2014-06-06 16:05
Much to my surprise, a tall plant with dark blue buds suddenly appeared in my garden in early May. I never planted it, so the birds must have done it for me! I watched it grow ta… Read More
2014-06-05 14:45
This is the beautiful 'Io' Moth that I found in my backyard this morning!The eyespots are meant to confuse and distract any bird or other animal trying to make a meal of it. This is th… Read More
2014-05-28 14:43
Hummingbird Haven successfully protected Violet-Crowned Hummingbirdthanks to the American Bird Conservancy, and an international fundraising campaign, which acquired and has turned over… Read More
2014-05-27 15:13
Hummingbirds and Lots of Other Birds Migrate from Colombia Every Year!Long-Billed Starthroat HummingbirdThis beautiful Hummingbird's breeding range is in Mexico and Panama, but it is ty… Read More
2014-05-09 18:31
I am always amazed at the beauty of Northern Orioles, not just for their physical appearance, but for their lyrical songs and enchanting call notes. They have honored me once again wit… Read More
2014-04-24 13:58
You've seen them on sheds and the sides of garages--old straw hats where the top of the crown has fallen apart. And then some very smart birds have used those hats for their nest.They… Read More
2014-04-01 16:31
Help Out Mom & Pop!Adult birds work their feathers off providing protein-rich insects and creepy crawlies for their offspring. Offering easy meals at the bird feeder helps them tre… Read More
2014-04-01 15:37
Secrets to Getting Birds to Actually Use Your Bird HousesOkay, you’ve added bird houses to your yard to help make a difference in the survival of your wild birds. You know… Read More
2014-02-27 20:19
Male Purple Finch (a/k/a Raspberry Finch)Such energy and color! I love finches: goldfinches, house finches, purple finches, crossbills, red polls, evening grosbeaks, and pine siskins… Read More
2014-02-26 17:10
Barn Owl is Angry!from Oregon Dept. of Fish & WildlifeHave you ever been dive-bombed by an angry bird? Were you ever a witness to one bird attacking another? You better… Read More
2014-02-22 00:21
Birds Need Calcium Just Like HumansChicken Egg Shells that have been rinsed and dried.This important mineral is essential for normal bone growth, muscle, nerve and brain function. Low… Read More
2014-01-27 16:54
These beautiful blue jays are suckers for pieces of bread crust, or day old bakery items like rolls, whole grain bread, etc. My chickadees and juncos also enjoy smaller pieces of the s… Read More
2014-01-20 20:55
The snow was falling hard and fast. Accumulations were predicted to reach an inch per hour, if not more. Apparently my birds knew about this ahead of time, because there were do… Read More
2014-01-01 21:45
Female Downy Woodpecker enjoying home made suetby Grandma PearlBasic Homemade Suet is easy to make and more economical than buying commercial suet cakes. Plus, you can be sure there ar… Read More
2014-01-01 21:24
Meet my Juncos from the Northeast U.S.! These energetic ground feeding birds are with me year round. They are most comfortable on the ground; juncos even prefer to nest on… Read More
2013-12-31 18:14
Delicate white violets show their purple splashed throats.by Grandma PearlToday it is all about the white I see in Nature.White violets are some of my earliest wildflowers to bloom. To… Read More
2013-12-30 21:26
Whole Peanut Wreath Feeder I bought this feeder about a month ago, and was a little skeptical about the birds actually using it. My fears were unfounded, as it took only a day for… Read More
2013-12-30 21:23
Vulnerable robin's nest in an oak tree.by Grandma PearlNature can be harsh, especially when it comes to wild babies. Newly laid eggs, nestlings and fledglings are particularly at risk… Read More
2013-12-30 21:18
A variety of birds enjoying a variety of bird feeders.Image by Grandma PearlSome of My Happy Birds!There are 5 birds in my picture above; can you find them all? (Hint-the head is not v… Read More
2013-12-30 21:02
Threaded Galvanized Conduit and threaded flange with screw holesby Grandma PearlAfter a lot of trial and error, I have finally found the very best pole to use for installing a bird house or… Read More
2013-12-26 19:04
Here is a wonderful video from Cornell Lab of Ornithology, showing how a group effort can make a huge difference in bird populations and their survival rates. It's only about 3 minutes… Read More
2013-11-25 19:06
My chickadees often visit this bird bath for a drink and a splash!from Grandma PearlWater For The BirdsWintertime is not only cold, but dry! I can't tell you how many times I've used h… Read More
2013-11-20 01:43
Blue Jay at my feeder last winterGrandma PearlSome unique bird feeding ideas from Birds & Blooms magazine, and me!I have always fed my backyard birds all winter long. In fact, I fe… Read More
2013-11-15 20:46
Nuthatch loves homemade peanut butter treatfrom Grandma PearlBirds Can't Resist This Peanut Butter Treat!Very Best Easy Peanut Butter Bird TreatPrep. Time: 5 min.Cooking Time: 15… Read More
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