Red, swollen eyes, crusty eyelids, and a struggle to see. These are the telltale signs of House Finch Eye Disease, a contagious bacterial infection plaguing our house finches. This backyard bird disease is raising concerns across the country. While it’s not a threat to humans, House Finch Eye Disease can significantly impact bird populations. Let’s […]
Crawling beneath bird feathers are tiny parasites: bird mites. Some bird mites live in the feathers of birds and feed on dead skin and parts of feathers while others feed on bird blood causing irritation, fatigue, and even health problems. This guide shines a light on the secret world of bird mites, equipping you with
Worried about those strange growths on your backyard birds? Avian Pox, a viral disease causing wart-like lesions or mouth sores, might be the culprit. This contagious illness poses a significant threat to our feathered neighbors. This guide delves into symptoms, causes, prevention tips, and what you can do to help birds overcome Avian Pox and
Avian influenza, often shortened to “bird flu,” might conjure images of pandemics and poultry farms, but its reach extends far beyond. This highly contagious viral disease can strike our birds, casting a shadow over their vibrant presence in our backyards. Understanding avian influenza, its symptoms, and how to protect our feathered friends is crucial. This
Aspergillosis, a name often associated with human lung infections, can also silently strike our feathered friends. This fungal disease, caused by microscopic spores of the Aspergillus mold, lurks in unexpected places and can be a silent, yet potentially fatal, threat to our beloved backyard birds. But fear not, bird lovers! By understanding Aspergillosis, its symptoms,
Beyond vibrant plumages, a silent threat may lurk among our backyard feathery friends: Backyard Bird Diseases. While headlines often focus on large and popular birds a quieter worry floats among folks that feed birds in their backyards: are our beloved songbirds next? This comprehensive guide delves into the complex world of backyard bird diseases, providing
This guide covers 51 bird species that regularly visit backyard feeders in the State of Colorado. Use clear illustrations to identify males, females, and juveniles, and learn to recognize each species by its songs and calls. Beyond identification, each account includes key aspects of the species’ natural history. With visual, audio, and ecological insights working
Welcome to your regional guide to the core 40 bird species that regularly visit backyard feeders across the Central Region of the United States and the Prairie Provinces of Canada, stretching from the agricultural heartland of Missouri to the expansive grasslands of Saskatchewan. The Central Region includes the states of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Minnesota, North
This guide covers 45 bird species that regularly visit backyard feeders in Tennessee. Use clear illustrations to identify males, females, and juveniles, and learn to recognize each species by its songs and calls. Beyond identification, each account includes key aspects of the species’ natural history. With visual, audio, and ecological insights working together, this guide
Folks thinking of starting to feed birds in their backyards ask what a hopper bird feeder is and how it works. A hopper bird feeder is one of several bird feeder types people use to offer food to backyard birds. Many species of birds prefer hopper bird feeders. Relatively simple in design and functioning, a
