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What happens when a squirrel climbs on a squirrel-proof bird feeder?

They usually come away without any bird food, and sometimes a bit dizzy as well.  Squirrels are one of the most common looters of bird feeders, which is why it’s…

Welcoming hummingbirds with nectar plants….and pests

I found a great post today over at Great Stems, which is a pretty neat garden and wildlife blog.  It makes two good points that I think are important for…

Purple Martins, from Brazil to Pennsylvania

Check out this great video from David Attenborough of BBC Wildlife Nature.  It profiles the Purple Martin, a majestic bird species that is a favorite of bird watchers everywhere. The…

Handfeeding a Hummingbird

Hummingbirds are one of the most beloved bird species among bird-watchers. They’re incredible athletes and have the highest metabolism among all animals.  A hummingbird’s heart can beat well over 1,000…

Snazzy bird houses in Madrid

This pic, care of the tech-blog Gizmodo, is one of a number of groovy, hot-yellow, orb-shaped bird houses that popped up on the streets of Madrid last week.  Apparently, they…