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Give Your Hummingbirds the Protein they need This Season

There has been a lot of talk lately about hummingbirds as many customers, friends and family have been asking us where hummingbirds are in their migration and when we should expect to see them.  While it is always somewhat difficult to know exactly when they will arrive, there are always a few telltale signs we […]

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Louise Beckinsale
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When to Hang Your Hummingbird Feeders

While we look forward to the return of all of our migrants, hummingbirds definitely hold a special place in every birders heart.  We have spoken at length about the approximate timing of hummingbird migration in both the spring and the fall, but identifying the right time to hang your feeder can be just as challenging. […]  

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Louise Beckinsale
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How to Identify Bird Nests and Eggs

Well now is as good a time as ever to spot nests already built or to keep an eye out for those that might still be under construction.  As we roll into the month of May, we should begin to see many new nests pop up, and eventually, eggs! We are often sent pictures from […]  

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Louise Beckinsale
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Create the Perfect Hummingbird Habitat

With warmer weather on the horizon, birders are getting busy this spring.  Whether it’s brushing up on your birding by ear, organizing your yard or researching the perfect type of feeder or nesting box to place in your yard, we are here to help you along. As we get deeper into the spring, one of […]  

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