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Dear ##firstname[Friend]##,
Danielle Calkins,
Associate Editor |
If one thing is for sure, summer is in full swing! Because of the rising temperatures, it’s important to offer your backyard birds water to keep cool. This crafty birdbath might look difficult and expensive, but it’s quite easy and cheap to make.
Or, if you’re looking for an even simpler project, grab your favorite basin and put together this adorable birdbath that won’t break the bank. No matter which one you choose, the birds will thank you!
Danielle Calkins
Birds & Blooms
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Bird of the Month: Western Scrub-Jay
This is one of the friendliest fliers in the West. Some even say it will eat a peanut out of your hand!
Learn how to attract the western scrub-jay to your yard, and listen to their song.
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From the Expert
George Harrison,
Birding Expert |
How can I keep bees and ants off my hummingbird feeders?
George: For bees or wasps, hang a bee or wasp trap (containing the same sugar water that are in your feeders to use as bait). That will collect an amazing number of pests. Also try using bee guards. The best way to keep ants away is by hanging a small ant guard above your feeder. This cuplike device is filled with water, creating a moat ants won't cross.
For answers to your birding questions, visit our Bird Expert section of our website.
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Finding a Baby Bird
It’s a prime time for baby birds to leave their nest, so it’s important to understand when birds actually need your help and when they are simply fledglings.
Find out how to tell.
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Photo Challenge
This month’s photo challenge theme is “Red, White & Blue.” Do you have a favorite bird photo that falls into this category?
Submit it now!
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Donate now.
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