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  • Bird Identification
    • Common Birds in Each State
    • Songbirds
    • Hummingbirds
      • Hummingbirds in Your State
    • Woodpeckers
      • Types of Woodpeckers in Each State (Pictures)
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      • Species of Hawks Found in Each State
      • Species of Owls Found in Each State
      • Falcons Species in Each State
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Birds 101 – General Bird Educational Info

This category is dedicated to foundational knowledge about birds and also has a bunch of fun, random articles with pictures and facts. It covers bird biology, behavior, and species information, aimed at anyone seeking a glimpse into a new bird’s life.

pool deck

How to Keep Birds Away from Patios, Decks, and Balconies

by Melanie Cruff

featured photo: katie_mccolgan | CC 2.0 There are many reasons why you may want to keep birds away rather than … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Deterring Pests, Guides & Tips

Is It Harmful to Feed Backyard Birds?

by Melanie Cruff

If you’re visiting this page you probably love feeding birds. You’re certainly not alone. It’s been estimated that around 40% … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info
mallard eating out of someone's hand

How to Get Wild Birds to Trust You (Helpful Tips)

by Jesse F.

When we feed wild birds in our backyards we usually just watch them from our kitchen window or maybe sitting … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Guides & Tips

Here’s Why Red Food Coloring May Be Harmful to Hummingbirds

by Melanie Cruff

Is red dye harmful to hummingbirds? Dyes in food for human consumption have been controversial since the early 1900s. In … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Food and Nutrition, Hummingbirds
baby robin

What To Do If You Find A Baby Bird

by Melanie Cruff

During the spring it’s fun to see nesting birds in your yard, neighborhood or out on nature walks. But what … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Guides & Tips
attract birds without a feeder

How to Attract Birds Without a Feeder (5 Easy Tips)

by Jesse F.

The best way to attract wild birds to your yard, as you may know, is to put out bird feeders … Read more

Categories Bird Feeders, Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Guides & Tips
bird egg in nest

Backyard Bird Egg Thieves (20+ Examples)

by Jesse F.

Many different types of birds may nest right in your backyard. In the branches of trees and bushes, inside of … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Deterring Pests

When to Stop Feeding Birds for Winter

by Jesse F.

The short answer is, you don’t stop feeding birds in the winter. Many people wonder when is a good time … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Guides & Tips
hanging bird feeder

What Color Bird Feeder Attracts the Most Birds?

by Melanie Cruff

When looking at the vast array of bird feeders to choose from you might wonder, what color bird feeder attracts … Read more

Categories Bird Feeders, Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info
two birds at a feeder

How Do Birds Know There is a Bird Feeder?

by Jesse F.

A common question I see in the bird feeding community is “how do birds know there is a feeder?” After … Read more

Categories Bird Feeders, Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info
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  • Bird Identification
    • Common Birds in Each State
    • Songbirds
    • Hummingbirds
      • Hummingbirds in Your State
    • Woodpeckers
      • Types of Woodpeckers in Each State (Pictures)
    • Birds of Prey
      • Species of Hawks Found in Each State
      • Species of Owls Found in Each State
      • Falcons Species in Each State
    • Waterfowl
  • Backyard Birding
    • Start Feeding Birds
      • Attracting Wild Birds by Species
    • Bird Feeders
    • Bird Houses
    • Bird Baths
    • Optics
    • Deterring Pests
    • Guides & Tips
    • Gift Ideas
  • Education
    • General
    • Food and Nutrition
    • Fun Bird Facts
  • More Content
    • Birdwatching
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    • Pet Birds
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    • Garden Corner