Quiz: Which Iconic Winter Animal Are You?
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Tips for Winter Bird Feeding
As temperatures drop across much of the country, it’s time to put more thought into what your backyard birds are eating. Providing high-quality food during winter not only entices more …
Frogs That Freeze Solid
Different animals use different strategies to survive winter. Some species migrate south, others grow thick coats, and some fatten up or stash food reserves. Many species hibernate or go dormant to …
Who Goes There? Identifying Animal Tracks In Your Backyard
Are you eagerly awaiting the snowy season in order to take a peek at what critters have been scurrying through your backyard? Studying prints left by animals is an ancient …
8 Wonky and Wonderful Woodpecker Adaptations
Each winter I’m absolutely thrilled to see woodpeckers in the woods of Virginia. Woodpeckers are a welcome part of my cold weather hikes, when wildlife sightings become more rare. I’ve had …
Don’t Forget Water for Birds in the Winter!
Throughout the hot summer months, backyard birders like me faithfully supply all the fresh water our feathered friends need for drinking, bathing or simply cooling off. By this time of …
Signs You May be Trapped in the Eternal Winter from…
Like most of the nation, I’m smitten with the movie ‘Frozen’. I sing ‘Let it Go’ on my way to work, I want to build a snowman, and I’m pretty …
Winter Weather’s Fine for Nesting Great Horned Owls
Here in North America, where much of the continent is battling ice, snow and bone-chilling cold, this may seem like a very bad time of year for a bird to nest. …
Two Easy, Gooey, Fun Winter Bird Feeding Projects
Here are two simple, cute projects that you could make right now to help the birds in your yard. Like us, at this time of year birds and other backyard …
How to Enjoy Owls in Winter (or Anytime)
Owls have been in the spotlight recently, from the DC snowy owl to the Colbert Report. They are incredible and elusive creatures. Here are some ways you can experience and …
