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Louise Beckinsale
Piping Plovers Nest in Eastern Ontario for First Time in 100 Years

Everybody loves a comeback, and for birders and wildlife conservationists, the return of a species in decline is cause for a celebration.  One such success story happened right here in eastern Ontario last month as a female Piping Plover successfully nested on the shores of Presqu’ile Provincial Park and has since hatched three young. Here […]

 

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Louise Beckinsale
Three Bird Feed Products Formulated for Summer

Now that July is upon us, the hazy days of summer are here and for some of us, that means changing gears with regards to feeding our birds.  In addition to keeping water sources fresh and full on an almost daily basis, there are a number of products we proudly carry that are specifically formulated […]

 

Baltimore-oriole
Louise Beckinsale
Attracting Orioles to Your Back Yard

In addition to their striking orange plumage, their mesmerizing whistling sound is why many of us love the sight or sound of Baltimore Orioles in and around our back yards.  While there are many chances to see these birds visiting your feeders, there are also a number of ways you can not only increase your […]

 

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Louise Beckinsale
Three Big-Screen Bird Films All Birders Should See

The summer months are some of the busiest times of the year for Hollywood’s brass.  Marking the release of each year’s blockbusters (and busts), summer movie season is chock full of high-energy and high-drama films in hopes of receiving a coveted nod for an Academy Award. While most of these films are fictional in nature, […]

 

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Louise Beckinsale
Keep Your Bird Bath Clean and Safe This Summer

The summer months are something we all very much look forward to.  Longer days, warmer weather and the ability to get by the lake, in the woods or simply perched near your favorite backyard bird feeder are what the summer is all about. When it comes to our backyard birds, one thing cannot be overlooked […]

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Louise Beckinsale
Summer Spotlight – The Brown-Headed Cowbird

On the surface, the brown-headed cowbird might look like a common blackbird that can be spotted in large numbers anywhere you can find birds.  While this sentiment is somewhat true, it is the odd behaviours and rituals that make this bird unique and one that is often the topic of conversation among birders. While they […]

 

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Louise Beckinsale
The Roles of Raising Young in Birds

A common misinterpretation among birders and other nature lovers is that the female of the species is the sole care-taker for any newborn birds.  While in some cases this can be absolutely true, in most others, it is quite the opposite. Typically speaking, the majority of bird species partake in a socially monogamous relationship for […]

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Louise Beckinsale
How Solar Farms Are Killing Birds

We all want more natural, green energy to power our homes, commercial buildings and more, but as part of this new initiative, we too must remain vigilant in ensuring these new power sources are safe for our environment and the creatures which inhabit it. Solar farms have grown exponentially over the past decade or so, […]