Birds and Squirrels

  A Bluebirds’ diet consists of insects and fruit. These birds will perch themselves on a branch looking down waiting for an insect, then swoop in on them almost like a bird of prey. If you want to feed them you can plant native plants like American Bittersweet, or you can try providing them with mealworms. These worms (which are actualy beetle larval and not worms at all) will provide them with a high source of nutrition and protein. 

  You can first try feeding them by putting the worms in a pan or cup close to one of thier favorite perches. They are quick to learn where the food is and can even be trained to come to a call or whistle. The biggest problem with feeding Bluebirds mealworms is, they aren’t the only ones who enjoy these mouthwatering treats. Solution? Try a Bluebird Feeder. With a Bluebird feeder the bird has to enter through a entrance hole where the food is and most other birds will not do this. In the end you will have plenty of hours to spend with these beautiful birds!

  Most, if not all of us have gotten in the habit of recycling. Especially if you’re into nature and birding they just naturally go together, well how about the bird houses and bird feeders in your own backyard? Did you know that there are many out there made of recycled wood or plastic? Two billion pounds of plastics such as milk jugs, water and soda bottles are collected each year! Products made out of these recycled materials help to prevent deforestation and keeps the waste out of the landfills.

  Also products made out of recycled plastics do not splinter, chip, rot, or discolor as easily. They are also easy to care for, you can scrub down nest boxes and feeders with a bleach solution, which also helps to prevent the spread of disease among the birds and other wildlife that uses them. So lets keep the world happy and healthy and Go Green!!