how to make a birdhouse
Creating Bird-Friendly Gardens
Joy Kundu

How to Make a Birdhouse

Making a birdhouse isn’t about building something but creating a safe place for birds. We choose strong woods like cedar, cypress, or pine to do this. We also need tools like a drill and saw to put it all together. Plus, we think about the size of the birdhouse and what colors to paint it so birds will love it.

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Bright red Northern Cardinal perched on a homemade bird feeder filled with sunflower seeds
Creating Bird-Friendly Gardens
Joy Kundu

The Ultimate Guide to DIY Bird Feeders: Eco-Friendly Crafting at Home

To make a bird feeder, you need a clean plastic bottle, wooden spoons, twine, and seeds. Cut slits for spoons as perches, and add holes above for seeds to spill. Secure with twine and hang. Alternatively, coat a pinecone in peanut butter, roll in seeds, and hang for a natural feeder.

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what do baby birds eat
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Joy Kundu

Baby Bird Nutrition 101: What Are They Eating?

Baby birds primarily eat insects, providing the essential proteins and fats they need to grow. Soft scrambled eggs are a nutritious alternative for human caregivers and are rich in vital nutrients. Specialized bird feeds and protein supplements are also recommended for unique dietary needs, ensuring healthy development.

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Seasonal plants for birds
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Joy Kundu

A Guide to Seasonal Plants for Birds

For bird enthusiasts, the ideal garden includes bird-friendly plants like Echinacea, milkweed, sunflowers, and oaks. Each season, from spring’s early bloomers to winter’s evergreens, offers unique opportunities to support avian life with food, shelter, and water, making your garden a year-round bird haven.

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how to clean bird feeder
Creating Bird-Friendly Gardens
Joy Kundu

4 Quick Steps to Clean Bird Feeder and Attract More Birds

To clean a bird feeder, first remove old seeds or nectar. Scrub the feeder thoroughly to remove hidden gunk, paying extra attention to nectar feeders with vinegar rinses to prevent mold. Ensure the feeder is completely dry before refilling to avoid mold growth and keep birds healthy.

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how to get birds out of tree
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Joy Kundu

Keep Your Trees Bird-Free: Simple Strategies That Work

To deter birds from trees, use reflective objects and sound devices to scare them, apply strong-smelling essential oils like peppermint, prune to remove nesting spots, install netting as barriers, and seek professional wildlife control services for challenging cases.

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Anti-roosting spikes mounted on a fence, considered as the best bird deterrent for property protection.
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Joy Kundu

How to Choose the Best Bird Deterrent

For effective bird control, effective bird deterrents include humane options like bird spikes, netting, and laser systems like AVIX Autonomic Mark II. DIY solutions such as reflective discs and natural repellents also effectively deter birds while respecting wildlife laws and ethics.

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how to attract songbirds
Creating Bird-Friendly Gardens
Joy Kundu

How to Attract Songbirds

Attract songbirds to your garden with these ten steps:
1) Offer water and shelter.
2) Provide varied foods like seeds and nectar.
3) Add aromatic plants.
4) Decorate with colorful flowers.
5) Use different feeders.
6) Place feeders safely.
7) Keep water clean and accessible.
8) Cultivate a diverse native plant landscape.
9) Protect against predators.
10) Maintain feeders and habitats year-round.

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A mockingbird perched attentively on a wooden post, illustrating the steps on how to attract mockingbirds to a garden environment.
Creating Bird-Friendly Gardens
Joy Kundu

A Beginner’s Guide to Attracting Mockingbirds

To attract mockingbirds, provide diverse plant life, water sources like birdbaths or fountains, and open spaces in your garden. Offer fruits and suet, and encourage insects to be a natural food source. Use platform or ground feeders for safety. Create a sanctuary with native plants for shelter and nesting.

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