How to Build a Pollinator House
May 28, 2020 —
Attract native mason bees by building a place for them to nest.
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When to Expect Hummingbirds at Your Feeders and Flowers This Spring
May 21, 2020 —
Warmer weather is on its way—and so are migrant hummers returning from their southern wintering grounds to their summer breeding ranges. Here’s a regional guide for when they should arrive and the food they’re seeking.
How to Keep Your Hummingbird Feeder Free from Pests
July 15, 2019 —
A few small steps can protect your nectar from bears and insects.
How to Make Hummingbird Nectar
March 15, 2019 —
In a few easy steps, you can bring these nectar-loving birds to your feeder.
When It's Okay (or Not) to Feed Birds
May 24, 2018 —
Providing food—for photography or simple enjoyment—can be a thorny issue. For guidance, ask yourself these three questions.
When You Should—and Should Not—Rescue Baby Birds
May 02, 2018 —
It’s not uncommon to find young birds away from their nests during spring and summer. But should you help them? That depends.
Praying Mantis vs. Hummingbird
October 08, 2014 —
Even though mantises are smaller, they'll still attack hummingbirds. Here's how to keep your backyard bird safe.
