Gas Station Bird House

There are so many quaint birdhouses on the market that you could virtually build an old time village. There are bait shops, pharmacies, inns, florists, wineries, fire stations, gas stations, wedding chapels and the list goes on and on.
You can create a whole village or just use a couple birdhouses to complete your backyard theme.

Barnyard Birdhouse

Yesterday we spoke of planting a garden for birds. But seriously you can do just that. Some birds are attracted to color.....like hummingbirds. They like the bright colors, oranges and reds especially. And we learned that cardinals like shrubs. Robins are also very popular. As spring approaches we think more of them. So what do they like? Well Robins like earthworms best but by planting fruit trees and flowering shrubs, you'll be inviting them in. Robins will also sing a song or two for you as well.

Americana Bird Village

Sounds a little crazy I'm sure. But did you know that you can plant a flower garden for a particular kind of bird? What's your favorite bird?
Let's take a look at the Cardinal. Cardinals like sunflower seeds, safflower seeds and cracked corn. They also like weed seeds and fruit and a wide variety of insects. They like a yard that has lots of shrubs for cover. This is so they can safely move about. Vines are especially a favorite.

There are so many birdhouses to choose from on the market today. Some are functional, some decorative, some whimsical and some are natural. You can choose one that will follow a theme, or one that you just think is cute! Place them all over your yard and in your garden. The birds will really want to thank you.

COUNTRY CHICKEN BIRDFEEDER

While decorating your yard, you may consider putting bird feeders/bird houses out. They will look great and will also help the birds.
Make it fun for you and your family.

CHICKADEE HOUSE

Brrr!! It sure has been cold. With the nation under an artic cold front and an extradinary amount of snow fall our little feathered friends are sure having trouble finding food and a spot to rest out of the cold.
I have placed several birdhouses and feeders around to help them out.

Purple Martin Houses

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A landlord probably cannot have too many martin houses, as most places will support several hundred breeding pairs per square mile. And, while Purple Martins live on flying insects, there is no scientific data to show that mosquitoes form a significant portion of this diet.
A colony of Purple Martins consists merely of more than one breeding pair in a given house. They are not necessarily related to each other.

PURPLE MARTIN HOUSES

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The birdhouses should not be opened up until about four weeks after the first martins are scheduled to arrive in the area. The first to arrive, commonly called scouts, are not really scouts, but are merely the oldest martins. Older martins cannot be attracted to new locations, because they have high loyalty to the exact home where they bred in the past. Usually only the previous year's fledglings can be attracted to unestablished sites, and they begin returning to an area about 4 to 5 weeks after the scouts.
Bushes and shrubs growing beneath the martin house should be removed, as this attracts predators such as cats, and martins will avoid the house. Similarly, they will avoid houses which can be reached by squirrels, even by a wire.

Bird Houses

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If any other species of bird nests in the martin house before the martins arrive, the house will not attract martins. This may involve frequent, even daily, lowering of the house to evict unwanted tenants, or plugging the entrance holes until the martins arrive.
The houses which are most successful in attracting martins are of a light color. This helps to keep the house cool in the summer's heat and highlights the dark entrance holes. Ventilation holes also keep the birds from perishing on hot days.

Purple Martin House

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To attract Purple Martins to a birdhouse, the house should be placed in an open space, at least 40 to 60 feet from any trees taller than it is, preferably within a few hundred feet of human habitation. The birds need a wide space to approach the house from at least two sides, and they seem to know that people will protect them from their natural predators. The activity of people does not seem to bother them at all.
The house should be mounted 10 to 20 feet off the ground, preferably on a telescoping pole so that it can be lowered for easy cleaning and for checking on the young in the nests. A predator guard on the pole is also highly desirable. The house should not be moved, once martins have taken up residence in it, as they will reject it the following year if it is in a new location.

CHERUB BIRDFEEDER

Many statues or sculptures serve dual or even triple purposes. If you are decorating a small backyard, you may want to consider these features. Fewer objects rather than more will keep the area from looking cluttered and still give you what you are looking for.

BarnWood Rustic Barn Birdhouse

Blending into the farm scenery is this quaint birdhouse. It is actually quite a picturesque birdhouse and very reminiscent of days gone by.
Our little feathered friends need our help. Such a small task for us but a huge deal for the birds. It is getting harder and harder to find shelter and a place to rest as they move about from place to place.

Flashy Hummingbird Feeder

Who among us isn't fascinated seeing a hummingbird? They are truly miraculous. Of course all birds are when you consider flight.
Hummingbirds can literally hover motionless in one spot while they sip the nectar from their favorite flower or from your feeder. They are truly spectacular to view.

SAW-WHET-SCREECH OWL HOUSE

Did you know that there are at least 19 different species of owls? and that the smallest has a wing span of approximately 12 1/2 inches while the largest is approximately 69 inches? Wow. They really are fascinating.
Not all owls are nocturnal. Several species do very well during the daylight. They do very well keeping themselves hidden. Screech owls can be encourage to nest in specific locations by positioning nesting boxes in specifice places around your property.

WOOD WHITE GAZEBO BIRDFEEDER

Have you ever really thought about the birds? Where they find their food? With all the developement of our natural areas many species of birds and animals are losing their food and source of shelter.
You can help them by placing birdfeeders throughout your yard and providing them with some nourishment as they travel throughout your area.

Ceramic Garden Decorative Birdhouse

Who could resist moving into this quaint birdhouse.
It is so cute you may not want to put it outside for the birds. In that case it would be great to use as home decor.

PANORAMIC IN-HOUSE WINDOW FEEDER

Boy is it cold outside. Many of our featured friends fly south for the winter. Yet some do stay behind. Food is often scarce in the winter. Why not give them a little help? A birdfeeder placed stategicly would be wonderful for them.
We have always enjoyed watching the birds while they eat, bathe and play. It is so relaxing.

COUNTRY CHARMER BIRDHOUSE

With the nation growing and building as it has more natural habitat for the birds is diminishing. It gets harder and harder for the birds to find shelter and food.
Have you ever thought about putting up birdhouses or birdfeeders? There are many available. Some that are available are decorative, wood, metal, natural. Some are charming, whimsical and fun. But all will provide shelter for the little travelers.