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Melanie Cruff

Melanie is an environmental scientist, birdwatcher, and amateur photographer. She's been a birding hobbyist for years and loves feeding and learning about birds of all types. Over the years, Melanie has identified more than 250 bird species, with sightings of the Atlantic Puffin, Hawaiian Goose, and Arctic Tern among her most cherished.

*Has written 323 article(s) for Bird Feeder Hub

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5 Types of Tanagers (in North America)

by Melanie Cruff

North America is home to five strikingly colorful tanager species, each bringing a splash of red, yellow, or orange to … Read more

Categories Bird Lists, Songbirds
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How To Attract Tanagers (7 Tips)

by Melanie Cruff

Attracting tanagers to your backyard can be a rewarding challenge for bird lovers. These colorful songbirds, including species like the … Read more

Categories Guides & Tips, Songbirds
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How To Attract Brown Thrashers (7 Tips)

by Melanie Cruff

East of the Rocky Mountains lives a slightly more reclusive, but charismatic and vocal songbird, the brown thrasher. These reddish-brown … Read more

Categories Guides & Tips, Songbirds
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10 Types of Wrens (with Photos)

by Melanie Cruff

Wrens are some of the most energetic and vocal birds in North America. These small, brown songbirds are known for … Read more

Categories Bird Lists
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3 Types of Bluebirds (with Photos)

by Melanie Cruff

Bluebirds are some of the most vibrant and beloved birds in North America, known for their blue feathers and cheerful … Read more

Categories Guides & Tips, Songbirds
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11 Best Shade-Tolerant Flowers for Hummingbirds

by Melanie Cruff

 Finding the right flowers to brighten up a shady yard while attracting hummingbirds can feel like a challenge. Many popular … Read more

Categories Garden Corner, Hummingbirds
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8 Hanging Basket Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds

by Melanie Cruff

Hanging baskets are a fantastic way to add some color and life to your outdoor spaces, and they’re also a … Read more

Categories Garden Corner, Hummingbirds
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Best Vines for Hummingbirds (14 Favorites)

by Melanie Cruff

Hummingbirds are drawn to vibrant, nectar-rich flowers, and vines are a fantastic way attract them to your yard. With their … Read more

Categories Garden Corner, Hummingbirds
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8 Reasons Why Hummingbirds Aren’t Visiting Your Yard

by Melanie Cruff

Attracting hummingbirds can be a rewarding experience, but it can be frustrating when you put in effort and don’t get … Read more

Categories Guides & Tips, Hummingbirds
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15 Tubular Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds

by Melanie Cruff

Attracting hummingbirds to your garden requires careful selection of flowers that meet their unique feeding preferences. Tubular flowers, with their … Read more

Categories Garden Corner, Hummingbirds
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  • Bird Identification
    • Common Birds in Each State
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      • Species of Hawks Found in Each State
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