Blue jay on the edge of a birdbath - Jilliancain/Getty Images A birdbath with a pedestal base is a nice addition to any yard, but there are alternatives. A DIY bird waterer doesn't need a base at all; ...

While watching humans reach new world records in the Winter Olympics this month, it dawns on me that some birds, insects and spiders in northern Illinois deserve medals of their own. The red-eyed ...

Washer and dryer machine hookups are ugly, unattractive, and imposing! No amount of decor can distract onlookers from the eyesore. Cables and pipes go from the back of the machines into the wall, ...

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The cheery call of the black-capped chickadee adds light to the darkest days of the year in late December and early January. That’s one reason why I enjoy feeding birds in winter. It’s comforting to ...

Robins are a delightful sight in every garden especially during the winter months. However, they can easily be spooked by other unwanted birds. Ring-necked parakeets are increasingly common in UK ...

Baffles and pole-mounted feeders block squirrel access if placed strategically. Cayenne-mixed seed and caged feeders provide mixed results for squirrel control. Clean feeder areas and offer squirrels ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Baffles and pole-mounted feeders block squirrel access if placed strategically. Cayenne-mixed seed and caged feeders provide mixed ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Fall’s arrival in North Carolina means sightings of the Northern Cardinal, American Goldfinch and Carolina Chickadee may become more ...

Rat on a bird feeder trying to get sunflower seeds. - Poggensee/Shutterstock One of the most discouraging sights for anyone who puts up a bird feeder is discovering that the visitors enjoying it ...

Hanging a quality, seed-filled bird feeder is a great way to attract a multitude of interesting and beautiful birds to your yard. One of the sneaky downsides to bird feeders, though, is that they also ...