The Winds of Change
Good fall weather extended into November but reality is bringing early signs of what lies ahead. Juncos that arrived a month ago have settled in, both in the countryside and...
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Backyard Dispatches
The Winds of Change
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What Is the Best Bird Seed in Canada? A Complete Guide to Seed Types, Birds and Feeders
If you want one seed that works for the widest range of common Canadian backyard birds, sunflower hearts are the strongest all-around choice. They appeal to many seed-eating species and...
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How to Stop Birds from Hitting Windows: Practical Ways to Make Your Home Safer
A sudden thump against the window can interrupt an otherwise quiet morning. You look outside and find a small bird on the patio, or you spot a feather stuck to...
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Why Aren't Birds Coming to My Feeder? Common Problems and How to Fix Them
A brand-new bird feeder can look promising in the garden. You've picked a spot, added seed and waited for the first visitors. A week later, the seed is still sitting...
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How Much Does It Cost to Start Feeding Wild Birds? A Beginner's Guide to Backyard Birding on Any Budget
By Paul Oliver, Founder of Urban Nature Store One of the questions I hear from people who are thinking about starting backyard bird feeding is, “Paul, how much is this...
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What Birds Can I Attract to My Backyard in Ontario? A Guide to 8 Common Backyard Birds
By Paul Oliver, Founder of Urban Nature Store One of the questions I hear regularly at Urban Nature Store is, “Paul, what birds can I attract to my backyard?” My...
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Fall Changes
The transition to fall is ongoing and that means we will be seeing a blend of species on the move for the next few weeks. Summer songbirds continue to push...
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The Journey is Underway
Your summer visitors are heading south by the millions. Thrushes, warblers, orioles and many more songbirds are either packing up for the journey now or will soon join those already...
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Round Two
Many people don’t realize that some birds will have more than one brood in a season. That sure explains why we have so many Robins. In fact, Robins regularly have...
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Keep on Feeding
Should you stop feeding in the summer if you are concerned about birds becoming conditioned to a handout, especially young fledged birds? That is your call but it is not...
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How to Attract Northern Cardinals to Your Yard in Three Easy Steps
Northern Cardinals are one of the most recognized birds throughout their range and a favourite backyard visitor of many. Cardinals are often the bird homeowners most wish to attract when...
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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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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...
Witness Nature's Wonders
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.
