Do you enjoy listening to the many songs of the mockingbird? Maybe you’ve heard stories about their ability to mimic car alarms and creaky gates and you’re curious to find out if the stories are true. Whatever the reason, you’d like to have more mockingbirds in your yard. You’ve come to the right place! In … Read more
Have you ever witnessed a mockingbird attacking something much larger than itself? A crow, perhaps, or a cat, or even a human? Perhaps it made you wonder about the reason behind such an attack. Why do mockingbirds chase crows? Why do they behave so aggressively? Is there anything you can do to keep them from … Read more
Have you ever been kept awake at night by the many sweet songs of the mockingbird? If so, you may have several questions. Why do mockingbirds sing at night? What time do they usually sleep? And is there anything you can do to get rid of them so you can sleep in peace? Keep reading! … Read more
If you enjoy the many songs of the mockingbird, you may be wondering how to attract more of them to your area. Of course, the key to attracting any wildlife is providing an abundant source of the foods they enjoy. So, what do mockingbirds eat? What are some of their favorite foods, and what do … Read more
Mockingbirds are well-known from the book To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, and the birds themselves are just as popular because of their melodic song and ability to mimic other birds and animals. You may be wondering if you’ve ever heard a mockingbird. Do they live in your area? Where do mockingbirds live, exactly? … Read more
Barn swallows are beautiful birds, but they can be a pain if they decide to build their homes on yours. Not only do they create a lot of noise and litter their immediate vicinity with droppings, but they can also spread parasites and bedbug-like insects known as swallow bugs. So, if you have swallows nesting … Read more
Did you know that barn swallows can eat as much as 60 insects per hour? Talk about a voracious appetite! If you’d like to have some of this natural pest control find its way to your property, read on to learn all about how to attract barn swallows. How to Attract Barn Swallows to Your … Read more
Barn swallows are beautiful birds that are beneficial to the environment because they keep insect populations from getting out of control. That said, they tend to be noisy, produce a lot of droppings, and may claim your barn, shed, garage, and even parts of your house for their nests. If you’re wondering how to keep … Read more
Barn swallows are one of many birds known for their migration habits. But just how far they travel, and the time when they do so, may surprise you. So, when do barn swallows migrate? Why do they do it, where do they go, and when do they return to their breeding grounds? Keep reading! In … Read more
Barn swallows are a common sight in many parts of the world, particularly on farms and in open fields. Have you ever wondered why they often hang out around fields that are actively being tilled or harvested? Chances are, they’re looking for their next meal. So, what do barn swallows eat? Do they drink water? … Read more
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