Why Blue Jays Avoid Feeders in Winter
Find out why Blue Jays avoid feeders in winter, from natural food sources to competition, and how to encourage them back to your yard.
Bird behavior
A Northern Mockingbird’s Feeder Takeover
An aggressive Northern Mockingbird dominates my feeders, eating only suet while chasing off birds like cardinals, juncos, and woodpeckers.
A Northern Flicker’s Unique Hunting Style
Observe the unique ground-foraging behavior of a Northern Flicker in Arkansas. Captured up close as it hunts insects in my backyard on a November morning.
The American Robin: A Year-Round Guest at My Bird Bath
American Robins visit my yard year-round, often using the bird bath for drinking and resting. Learn about their behavior and beauty through close observation.
Northern Flicker Between Pine Trees
Northern Flicker perched between two pine trees in my yard. Its striking plumage and bold markings make it a standout. Photographed from my deck.
Tufted Titmouse: Bold Visitor in the Yard
Tufted Titmouse perched on driftwood with its crest raised, showing curiosity and confidence. Photographed up close from my deck in the backyard.
Eastern Bluebird and Its Ceramic Counterpart
Eastern Bluebird explores a birdbath and inspects a ceramic bird ornament. A curious and colorful moment captured in my yard.
White-throated Sparrow Color Morphs Explained
Explore the fascinating color morphs of White-throated Sparrows, their unique behaviors, and how genetics shape their personalities and mating strategies.
Northern Mockingbird Takes on the Green Stink Bug
Northern Mockingbird eating a Green Stink Bug shows birds adapting to pests. Learn how birds may help control agricultural damage from stink bugs.
Blue Jay vs. Squirrel: An Acorn Heist?
Blue Jay caught digging up and relocating acorns in my yard. Was it stealing from Fox Squirrels? Explore this intriguing interspecies acorn rivalry.
Territorial Antics of Northern Mockingbirds at My Birdbath
Northern Mockingbirds battle for control of my birdbath, showcasing unique fall territorial behavior as they prepare for winter.
Feeder Favorites: The Tufted Titmouse and Carolina Chickadee
Daily visits from Tufted Titmice and Carolina Chickadees bring life to my yard. Learn why birds may pause feeder visits and how to keep them coming back.
Blue Jay’s Clever Cache: Observing Nature’s Little Hoarder
Learn how Blue Jays cache food under leaves for winter survival, showcasing intelligence and aiding forest growth.
Yellow-rumped Warbler: The Iconic ‘Butter Butt’ in My Backyard
Photographed a Yellow-rumped Warbler showing its bright ‘butter butt’ at my birdbath. Learn about their return and the role of their iconic yellow patch!
Impatient Visitors at the Birdbath Here In Arkansas
Impatient birds! A Northern Flicker and Northern Cardinal couldn’t wait for the birdbath refill after a morning cleaning in my yard.