Watching Goldfinches' acrobatics at an upside down feeder is better than having Cirque de Soleil in your backyard. Attract them with the right food and feeder.| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
Part IHow to Choose the Right Bird House From design and construction to species specifics, The Backyard Naturalist has some simple guidelines for buying a bird house. Part IIHow to Place & Maintain Bird Houses General tips about maintaining bird houses and where to place bird houses in your backyard for increased opportunities to host| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
Our Backyard Birder's Winter Checklist - Support your backyard birds with the fundamentals: Quality food in clean feeders, ice-free water and clean bird houses.| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
Why Feed Quality Seed to Wild Birds? Empty Calories are Lost Nourishment! Wild birds must be efficient eaters to survive. They seek the best nutritional content available and eat their fill quickly. For wild birds, with their fast-acting metabolism and high calorie requirements, eating anything that doesn't contain essential protein, fat and carbohydrates is a| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
All wild bird seeds and suets are not created equal! The Backyard Naturalist stocks a full line of the freshest, premium wild bird seeds and suets at competitive prices. This means our seed is always harvested from the most recent growing season and we insist on pesticide-free and non-GMO sources, too. Because our wild birds| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
The Benefits of Heating a Bird Bath During Winter Heated bird baths and de-icers offer many benefits to you, your backyard birds and even your bird bath itself. Here's why: The biggest benefit for you and your family. The joy of attracting a variety of birds to your backyard this winter. Find out more here.| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
Your backyard habitat can make a difference for generations of wild birds with three humble elements. No matter the scale, budget or your level of effort.| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
Feeder activity is down and everyone’s asking: “Where are my birds?” You’re not alone in asking this question! Everyone is seeing fewer birds at their feeders right now. Don’t worry! A slowdown is normal for this time of year and temporary. Traffic at your feeder is likely to start picking up as we get further into […] The post Feeder Slowdown Every Fall first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
Spring Migration is underway! It's the best time of the year for backyard birding. Get your Bird AirBnB ready for guests. You never know who'll stop by at your feeder or bath. The post Spring Migration 2025 first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
Why protect the native insects in your yard? Because 96% of all wild bird parents will soon be looking for these insects to feed their babies. Not seeds, not fruit—just insects. And nesting parents will need to find a mind-boggling quantity of insects to raise their families. The post Delay Spring Yard Work, Please! first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
Get ready for Bluebirds! These early nesters are pairing up and beginning to scout for nesting sites now. The post Seeing Bluebirds in your backyard? first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
During February 14th-17th, counting birds in your backyard will help create a real time, global snapshot of wild bird populations and their locations. The post The Great Backyard Bird Count 2025 first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
Three simple ways to help NOW: Provide quality, high-calorie food in clean feeders. Maintain consistent, unfrozen water sources. Offer clean bird houses for shelter. The post Wild Birds and Extreme Cold Weather first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
Bird houses in winter offer welcome sanctuary (and potentially life-saving shelter) during extreme cold temperatures. The post Winter Bird Houses Can Be Livesavers first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
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Help Hummingbirds prepare for their incredible journey by keeping your nectar feeders filled and fresh. The post Yes! Your Hummingbird Feeder Activity is Peaking NOW! first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
Goldfinches breed later than other birds and only have one brood. Does nature save the best for last? Don't miss juvenile Goldfinch acrobatics at your feeder!| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
Want to host nesting Bluebirds? If you're seeing Bluebirds in your neighborhood, get The Backyard Naturalist's best (always free!) advice on attracting and supporting a Bluebird family in your backyard. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions and some simple tips. Bluebird nesting season When do Bluebirds nest? Eastern Bluebirds begin defining and defending| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
During winter weather, your bird houses can be a refuge for backyard songbirds. Remember to clear out old nesting debris. It's ok to put new ones out now, too!| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
