You may have heard that some birds are exceptionally smart–that some can even recognize themselves in a mirror. But what about grackles? You may have noticed the shiny dark birds are not put off by your predator statues, but just how smart are grackles? Can they use tools? Plan ahead? Remember where they hid food? … Read more
Have you ever noticed huge flocks of black birds swarming into your region during the fall and winter? Chances are, these birds are grackles migrating to their winter homes further south. So, when do grackles migrate, exactly? What are their migration habits? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer these and other questions related to … Read more
Have you ever looked outside and seen a group of grackles appearing to look up at the sky? If so, you’re probably wondering about this strange behavior, and contrary to what you may believe, they aren’t looking at the sky to try and figure out what the weather is going to do. So, why do … Read more
Grackles are beautiful black birds with shimmery blue heads, but don’t let their appearance fool you: these birds will take over your yard if you aren’t careful. Maybe you’ve already noticed them hogging your feeder and are wondering what to do about it. If so, keep reading! In this article, we’ll talk about how to … Read more
Whether you have a bird feeder or not, you’ve probably seen grackles poking around your yard, looking for food. Have you ever wondered what they are looking for? What do grackles eat, exactly? What are their favorite foods, and are there any foods that they will not eat? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer … Read more
With their gray body armor, armadillos look a little bit like four-legged tanks. But how well does this armor keep them safe from predators? How does an armadillo protect itself, and what are some animals that are known for killing armadillos? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all of these questions and more! How … Read more
Armadillos are cute little creatures that we all love, but they can cause unsightly landscaping damage. So, how do you get rid of an armadillo in your yard? Keep reading to find out more! Are Armadillos Good to Have Around? Armadillos are generally harmless little creatures. The main reason people want to get rid of … Read more
Armadillos are cute little creatures, but they can cause problems in your yard by digging up lawns and flower beds. If you want to get rid of armadillos, it will be easiest to start by finding where they live. Read on to learn more about how to find an armadillo burrow and humanely remove the … Read more
Armadillos are generally harmless little animals, but if you’ve got a bunch of them digging up your flowers or leaving holes all over your yard, you may want to move them somewhere far away. But how can you do that? Keep reading to learn more about how to catch an armadillo. How to Trap an … Read more
Have you ever seen an armadillo scratching around in your backyard? Maybe you’re hoping to trap and relocate the armadillo and you are wondering what types of food to use as bait. Whatever the reason, you’re wondering, “What does an armadillo eat?” How much does an armadillo eat during an average day, and how many … Read more
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