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BIRDS & BLOOMS Newsletter - August 2011
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Webster this month
Find Webster this month, and you could win a copy of Attract More Birds from Birds & Blooms magazine. Look for Webster on our website. Hint: you’ll find him on a story that is “kid-friendly”.
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Dear ##firstname[Friend]##,

Danielle Calkins

Danielle Calkins,
Assistant Editor

Happy August! We’ve got some incredible bird photos and stories to share with you this month. One includes a heroic story of two pileated woodpeckers fighting off a snake that had slithered into their nest. Trust us, you’ll want to see these photos!

Also don’t forget, Birds & Blooms is now available on the Nook at Barnes & Noble—an easy way to keep your favorite bird tales and photos right at your fingertips.

Happy birding!

Danielle Calkins
Birds & Blooms

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Regional Report

 

Regional Report

Warm weather is here; and with it comes lively bird sightings in your area. Click on your region below to learn more about your area on our Birds & Blooms blog.

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Bird of the Month

Bird of the Month: Eastern Phoebe

This insect-eating bird has earned the respect and admirations of bird-watchers all over the East.

Learn how to attract the eastern phoebe to your yard, and listen to their song.

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From the Expert

George
George Harrison,
Birding Expert

I’d like to offer suet to my feathered friends. What do you suggest?

George: Real suet is the fat that surrounds the beef kidney, but it isn't easy to find anymore. Most suet block manufacturers mix suet or lard with everything from sunflower seeds to peanuts to fruit when making bird treats. I use blocks of pure suet in my feeders and attract plenty of birds-especially woodpeckers. If pure suet isn't available, fat trimmings, lard and peanut butter are good substitutes. Just remember to include ingredients like these to provide protein and energy, which helps birds survive.

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Project of the Month

Woodpecker Saves Young

We received a fascinating story from reader Luanne Brooker of Sandersville, Georgia about a pair of pileated woodpeckers fighting off a snake that had slithered into their nest. It’s pretty incredible, if you ask us!

See even more amazing photos!

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Herbs for Hummingbirds

Hummingbird Mating Dance

Have you ever seen a hummingbird mating dance? This fascinating aerial display is quite interesting.

See the hummingbirds in action!

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