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We want to give our customers as much information as they would want or need on wild birds and the birdhouses they would live in. We will post information here.
Preparing Your Yard for Birds
There are a number of things that can be done to prepare your yard. Providing different foods for birds is one thing. Such items could be seeds, fruits, insects, nuts and nectars. Providing water is another good thing. This can be done with bird baths, ponds, streams or even simply putting out pans of water. Birds also need to feel safe in the place they choose to nest in. Trees, shrubs, and flowers can provide protection and security so birds are not out in the open. Putting up bird feeders is probably the fastest way to get birds to visit your yard. It is being kind to the birds plus you can observe them and their habits. It can be hard to choose a bird feeder because of all the choices. Just remember the most important factor is one that is easy for both the owner and the birds. A feeder that shows the food in full view is very attractive to birds. So an open tray feeder might be your best choice. Your bird feeder should be easy to fill and hold a considerable amount of seed. Your main bird feeder should be able to accommodate at least a dozen birds at one time. Two other types of feeders are hopper and tube-type. Hopper bird feeders dole out seed as needed. Tube-type feeders are self contained and do not need frequent filling. Some other types are window feeders, wire mesh feeders, suet and nectar feeders. You need a bird bath or other source of water in the yard for birds to drink and bathe. Do not have the water source too close to the feeder, as birds do not like to bathe around other activity. Preening birds prefer peace and quiet when they dry and arrange their feathers. Birds find water irresistible in any form. Having water at different heights will attract a lot of birds. Some birds prefer water at ground level, like ponds and puddles. Water should only be a few inches deep though, because birds can drown easily. If using a bird bath only put two inches of water in it or you could put pebbles in the bottom if you want to fill it. Also avoid buying bird baths with wild painted designs as birds may view them as unsafe. Sounds of water will bring birds to any yard, whether it be dripping, splashing or whatever. When doing landscaping plans consider how to make it more inviting for birds, as to their food and shelter needs. Remember why birds consider one’s man-made habitats because of the lack of natural nesting areas left. The closer a yard looks to a natural habitat, the easier it will be for birds to accept it.
Buying the Right Birdhouse
There are many birdhouses that are being sold that are unsuitable for birds. Some are made of materials that can be harmful to birds. Then some do not attract birds or the type of bird you want. The birdhouse should be made of proper materials. This would consist of non-toxic materials so as not to harm the birds if ingested. This would include the wood or plywood not being pressure treated. Next, the house should have drainage and ventilation holes to prevent drowning and / or overheating of the babies. If the birdhouse doesn’t have these holes but meets all other requirements, you can easily accomplish this. You would need to drill holes if the house will allow it. Third, the birdhouse should have the proper dimensions for the bird you are trying to attract. Different birds have different requirements. So make sure to know the inside area of birdhouse, the entrance ole size and the height of the hole from the floor of the house. These are important in attracting the right birds to your backyard. Fourth, the birdhouse should have easy access for cleaning and monitoring of the nest. So make sure that one side is hinged or lifts out. Birdhouses that do not easily open to monitor or clean out nests would not be considered a good buy at any price. Birdhouses should be monitored on a weekly basis after being put up. There could be problems with parasites or predators. This is why you need to buy a birdhouse that you can easily clean and monitor. When considering a birdhouse, structural stability should be considered before beauty and design. Housing birds is a great responsibility and they are not just there to beautify your yard. The perfect birdhouse should have the perfect place in one’s yard. If one doesn’t have the right spot it will go unused. Thus, one must prepare the environment for the house. Some birds are bound not to like a birdhouse since they can be particular about where they will live. If all aspects have been considered for the perfect birdhouse, you might have to consider moving the location of the house. Having one’s yard as safe and attractive for the type of bird you are looking for will eventually result in those birds coming to temporarily nest in your birdhouse. Most birds will not nest near other nests of the same species. A birdhouse should be for a single nest. Unless you are just decorating your garden or yard, you should not buy birdhouses built for multiple birds. The only exception would be if you wanted to attract Purple Martins. |
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