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Do Birds Use Birdhouses in the Winter?

Cavity nesting birds may use a birdhouse for winter shelter, but some birds hide out from the freezing cold in other ways.
Best boxes for nesting birds What to look for in a bird box Where to site your small-holed nest box Cleaning your bird nest box Nest boxes can be an excellent substitute for the holes found in old ...
Most communities have individuals who do something that makes life more interesting and enjoyable for everyone else.  In ...
Ramsbottom Library has completed eco-friendly upgrades, including a new roof, solar panels, and bird nesting boxes.
COLCHESTER Council has installed two new nesting boxes in the city for falcons after their previous nest was destroyed.
Stuart Wilson, a birdwatcher living in Colchester, has raised concerns about how the falcons will know where the nesting box ...
Robins are ground-foraging birds, so changing the way you feed them could attract more to your yard. Find out what type of ...
A hummingbird’s heart beats over 1,200 times per minute, while the great egret hunts with precision unmatched in shallow ...
Increasing osprey activity at Lake Monroe made adding more nesting options necessary, said DNR interpretive naturalist.
Many birds struggle to survive over the colder months, and robins are particularly vulnerable. Find out how you can help with ...
A good-quality seed mix brings variety and life to your garden. Choose blends with millet, sunflower hearts and cracked corn — and avoid cheap fillers like wheat, which most small birds leave behind.