How to Attract Backyard Birds

 

Attracting backyard birds has become a big part of my life.  I actually started bird watching when I implemented my vegetable garden about 5 years ago.  A wren built a nest in one of the birdhouses that I had in my vegetable garden and I fell in love.  I became curious as to what kind of bird it was and decided to do some research.  After doing my research, I was hooked.  I have managed to attract Cardinals, Orioles, Blue Jays, Wrens, Gold Finch, Tuft Titmouse, Barn Swallows, Woodpeckers and more.  Watching them feast, hearing their songs, learning their calls and habits can be fun and educational.  It’s a great way to get children involved in nature too.

 

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As a matter of fact, birdwatching and attracting backyard birds has become quite popular over the past few years.  It’s no longer seen as an old people thing.  More people are watching birds than ever before.  Young, middle aged, seniors, and children.  Why, there are many reasons.  But, here’s a few:

  • It’s a great way to get out of the house and get some fresh air.  I have a picnic table in backyard.  My brother and I sit for hours watching birds and drinking coffee.
  • Bird watching allows you to connect with nature.  It causes you to pay attention to things that you may not have noticed before.  Including trees, deer, butterflies and other creatures from God.
  • Relieve stress.  The activity is calming and allows you to take a deep breath and clear your head.
  • It’s a great family activity.  Besides my brother, my daughter and grandchildren have become interested.
  • Socially engaging.  I sit with family and friends, and we watch and talk.  Birds bring laughter and joy to your life.  Who know right.
  • Bird watching is a budget friendly hobby.  A pair of binoculars, a means to identify various birds and learn their habits, and way to attract them to your backyard is all you need to get started.
  • Joining bird watching clubs is a great way to meet new people.
  • It’s provides great photo opportunities.
  • It’s a hobby you can engage in year round.
  • It requires research on the various species and their habits.
  • You are supporting a wildlife habitat.
  • It provides opportunities to sit in solitude, which is a great way to connect with  your spirit.

 


 

Blue Jays can be aggressive; however, I have seen Robins that have held their ground against a Blue Jay.  I attract 3 – 4 types of woodpeckers to my backyard.  They are one of are another favorite backyard birds.  The Red Bellied and Downy Woodpeckers are frequent visitors.  The American Gold Finch is another beauty.  Especially, in the summer.  If you’re new to bird watching and have questions or you want to acquire additional knowledge on how to bring beautiful birds to your backyard you’ve come to the right place. You also find homemade backyard bird food recipes, information on feeders, suet recipes and more,

 

 

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One of my favorite  Backyard Birds –  Red Bellied Woodpecker.  The red cap on the male is striking.

How to Attract Cardinals to Your Backyard.  Known as visitors from heaven.  The male is striking against the backdrop of snow in the winter.  However, they standout throughout the year.  The female is not as bright, but just as beautiful as her partner.

Backyard Birds – Barn Swallows  are a rare treat in most backyards.  If you live near the water, you may get the opportunity to spot one of these beauties.

Attracting Backyard Bird – Baltimore OriolesThey love oranges,  grape jelly, and the color orange.

Backyard Birds – Tufted Titmouse have very interesting habits.  They retrieve a sunflower seed, and than leave the feeder to crack it.  They hold the seed with their feet, and pound it with their beak.

How to Attract Blue Jays to Your Backyard?  The key is unsalted, roasted peanuts.  They are guaranteed to bring them to your backyard again and again.

Sunflowers and Finches in the GardenIf you want to attract these yellow and black beauties to your backyard, plant sunflowers.

Backyard Birds – American Gold Finch   One of my favorite backyard birds.  Their beauty in the summer is unmatched.

Backyard Birds – Dark-eyed Juncos are also known as snowbirds.   If you live in an area where it snows, you will want to attract these beauties to your backyard.  They are stunning against the snow.

How to Attract Catbirds to Your Backyard are also known as Gray Catbirds.  You will want to prepare for spring. These gray and black medium size birds will be a beautiful addition to your bird watching experience.

How to Attract Backyard Birds to Your Bird Bath –  Find out why bird baths are important and how to maintain them.

Tips for Beginner Backyard Bird Watchers – Don’t know where to start on your birdwatching journey.   Check out my tips on what to buy and why.

Backyard Bird Fall Migration  –  How to attract backyard birds during the fall migration.

 

 

 

Food for Backyard Birds

 

Food Ideas for Backyard Birds

How to Bring Backyard Birds to Your Feeder –  Tips on how to bring backyard birds to your feeder.

How to Make Birdseed Cookies  –  Great project to make with the kids or grandchildren.

Suet Feeders for Backyard Birds  –   There are a variety of suet feeders.  Bottom and cage feeds are common.

Backyard Birds That Love Cherries –  Check out our list of birds that will devour cherries.

 

 

Peanut Butter Pine Ccones

 

 

Homemade Feeders for Backyard Birds

 

Attract Backyard Birds with Birdseed Pinecones

How to Make Peanut Butter Pinecones

 


Gift Ideas for Backyard Bird Watchers

Holiday Gift Ideas for Bird Lovers

 

Last, attracting backyard birds to a habitat in your area will help you become knowledgeable of their habits.  Furthermore you will learn what to feed them.  You will also determine what feeders to use, do you feed them seeds, corn, suet or a combination.  Once you start attracting them to your backyard, get out your identification book and get to know them and their habits.  Knowledge is key, but you may find that trial and error is fun to.  That is basically how I gained most of my knowledge.

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