Welcome back! In the last article, we covered where to place oriole bird feeders to attract orioles to your yard. Today, we will cover finch bird feeders. Finches can be found on nearly every continent. The only areas without natural species of finches are Australia, Antarctica, and the South Pacific. European finches have been introduced […]
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If you missed the last article in this series on where to place hummingbird feeders, check it out. Orioles are usually the songbirds that you hear from your window. They are small, lovely birds that come in many species. There are nine species found in the United States. Orioles are usually identified with their
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Hummingbirds are delicate, graceful birds. They are lovely and fascinating to watch. A hummingbird feeder can be a great way to get those little visitors to your yard, but if you place a feeder in the wrong place it could mean death for your local hummingbirds. It might also mean that you don’t end
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Birds are beautiful and delightful to watch. And, placing a bird feeder in your yard provides a sanctuary for our feathered friends. But, it’s important to place bird feeders in the right places so that birds can stay safe, be seen, and attract birds to your yard and garden. Where is the best place to hang
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It was only two months after binging home 15 adorable chicks and 4 ducks that I realized how much my birds ate. They had constant access to food, but my kids were filling up the containers 4-5 times a day. We ran through over $20 of food a week. That doesn’t seem like much, but
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Chickens can be very creative at keeping themselves entertained. But, when space or weather limit them, problems arise. Like siblings on a long road trip, bored chickens can turn on each other. Have you heard the expression “cooped up”? That expression comes from chickens. Just like people, chickens can get bored and when
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Every time my kids see a chicken pecking at another chicken they become worried about the picked on chicken. But the pecking order is a very real and established instinct in chickens. So, how do you tell the difference between the pecking order and a bully chicken? And, how do you ensure a peaceful flock?
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Water is critical for chickens in the wintertime. Frozen water is dangerous because chickens can get dehydrated. Without freshwater, chickens can’t regulate their body temperature as well and are at a much higher risk of death, sickness, or of freezing to death. But, if you live in a cold area, it can be hard to
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A recent trend has made it possible for many urban residents to raise chickens. Chicken raisers live in Las Angeles, New York, and Chicago. As cities modify neighborhood codes and rules, chickens are becoming legal. Plus, awareness about food and sustainable living has helped to create greater interest among city dwellers who want to see
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Summer is the time of the year when chickens are most vulnerable to heat stroke and death. In some parts of the world, the weather stays hot enough year-round to cause potential issues all year. It is vital that you know how to protect your chickens from heat exhaustion and possible death. Additionally, properly caring
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