Those who know anything about seagulls can tell you that these birds seemingly eat anything. Indeed, people will be hard-pressed to find food that a seagull will not devour. However, some may be curious to know where gulls draw the line. So, what do seagulls eat? I’ll be going through a long laundry list of … Read more
As far as places within North America go, Florida is often regarded as one of the more exotic locations in the country. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that this state has birds that span all colors of the rainbow. This includes a wide array of blue bird species, and if you’re interested in … Read more
Herons are large birds that eat surprisingly varied diets, in fact, some people will be shocked by things included in a heron diet. Fortunately, the distinct nature of heron diets can be used to separate these birds from similar creatures like cranes. So, what do herons eat? Well, I will get into the diets of … Read more
Although the finches in Illinois are not as exciting as in places such as Michigan or western states, having 9 expected Illinois finches is still considerable. Some species of Illinois finch can be observed daily, while others are irregular and worthy of pursuit by birders. If you’re interested in knowing more about the types of … Read more
Hawks are imposing birds of prey capable of eating plenty of different creatures. We know hawks enjoy eating animals like squirrels, mice, and rabbits, but do hawks eat their fellow feathered creatures – do hawks eat birds? Yes, hawks do eat birds! This will come as no surprise to many, especially if you’ve read some … Read more
When most people consider relationships between birds and squirrels, they typically think of birds eating squirrels. Indeed, many can recall a time in which they’ve watched a hawk attack a squirrel – I’ve certainly seen this happen on many occasions. However, few consider that squirrels are also well-equipped to hunt birds. So, do squirrels eat birds? … Read more
Bluebirds are a special, small group of three bird species that are beloved by many in North America. These dazzling small blue birds nest in birdhouses and wow people with their stunning colors. Naturally, many wish to know about a typical bluebird diet so they can attract these birds. So, what do bluebirds eat? Well, … Read more
Although Australian Magpies are not a bird that has yet earned worldwide recognition like the kookaburra, they are infamous in The Land Down Under. The reason for their notoriety? Magpie swooping season. Yes, magpie swooping season is a time of year with which Aussies are all too familiar. If you’re curious to know more about … Read more
Those who live around Melbourne, Australia are doubtlessly familiar with the renowned Phillip Island Penguins that can be observed nearby. However, others around the world are not likely to be aware of the incredible penguin spectacle that occurs on Phillip Island every night. Luckily, I will reveal where to view Phillip Island penguins while discussing … Read more
Like bird feeders, bird baths are mutually beneficial to both birds and birders and like bird feeders, there are many different types of bird baths. Alas, whether you’ve got a ceramic bird bath, a stone bird bath, a concrete bird bath, or another type, all bird baths require some maintenance to stay clean. Fortunately, those … Read more