Welcome to summer
Most of Ontario experienced a noticeable delay in the arrival of some of our migrants in May thanks to cooler temperatures combined with unsettled weather. Now we seem to have...
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Backyard Dispatches
Welcome to summer
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Helping Butterflies Thrive in Your Backyard
By mid-summer, many of us are enjoying the sights and sounds of a lively backyard—birds at the feeder, gardens in full bloom, and if we’re lucky, the gentle flutter of...
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Preparing and Cleaning Your Bird Feeder for the Spring Birding Season
Spring is one of the most exciting times for backyard birdwatchers in Canada. Migratory birds are returning, breeding season is beginning, and your backyard can become a lively hub of...
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The floodgates have opened
Millions of birds reach Ontario each spring, heading to their breeding grounds. Many are not even seen because they fly at night, arriving at their destination in forests further north...
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Gift Ideas Under $75 for Birdwatching Enthusiasts
Finding the perfect gift for a birdwatching enthusiast doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, or fellow backyard birder, Urban Nature Store offers...
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Helping Bees Thrive in Your Backyard (And Why It Matters More Than Ever)
Spend a few quiet minutes in your garden on a warm June or July day and you’ll likely notice a steady hum of activity among the flowers. Bees—small, often overlooked,...
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Spring Forward
With each passing day we see more daylight, and so do spring migrants. There are two main factors that birds react to when deciding to head north. The first is...
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How to Select and Care for a Birdhouse in Southern Canada
Birdhouses are more than charming garden décor — they provide essential shelter and breeding sites for a variety of bird species in Southern Canada. From chickadees and bluebirds to wrens...
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How to Successfully Use a Squirrel-Proof Feeder and Keep Squirrels Away from Your Bird Feeders
If you’ve ever set up a bird feeder in your backyard, you know the challenge: while you want to feed the birds, squirrels often take over, devouring seed, scattering mess,...
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The Best Food for Winter Birding in Canada: Keep Your Backyard Birds Healthy and Happy
Winter in Canada is a beautiful but challenging season for wildlife. Snow blankets the landscape, temperatures drop well below freezing, and natural food sources like berries, seeds, and insects become...
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Spring is on the Way
While winter’s grip has been relaxed, we are not through it yet. The good news is that birders are seeing early signs of spring that others miss, with the most...
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Winter Wonders
Many people tend to hibernate through the winter, venturing out only when they really have to. While no one should be out in storms and days of high winds are...
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Understanding the Differences Between Male and Female Birds
A Closer Look at Southern Ontario Species — and a Few Remarkable Global Examples Birdwatching is often described as a visual hobby: flashes of color, elegant flight, and seasonal arrivals...
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Live Bird Feeder Cam in Niagara
Our backyard bird feeders are the perfect way to elevate your birding experience. Enjoy live cameras that feed you beautiful footage of the birds as they feed. Live feeder cams are a great way to never miss a minute of action at the feeders. Our live bird feeder cam is located in the Niagara Region in Ontario. Watch the live feed and you can see many of the birds that are local to our area and visit backyard bird feeders.
