Publisher's Note In this birdfeeding primer for the novice, Tekulsky takes readers through a short history of bird identification; tells how to select the proper feed and birdfeeder; and reveals how to plant a bird-friendly garden. Line drawings.
Join in on the feathered fun! Be one of the millions who are entertained and enchanted by the birds that visit your backyard. Backyard birdfeeding is a wonderful pastime, especially when you have some help getting started. In Backyard Birdfeeding for Beginners Mathew Tekulsky gives you an explanation of bird biology, calls, and geographic ranges to help you identify the birds in your area. He provides you with all the information you need for selecting the proper feed and birdfeeders to attract these delightful creatures to your own backyard. You will also learn about: How to plan and plant a bird-friendly garden; Recipes for birdseed mixtures as well as nectars for hummingbirds and orioles; Ways to provide birds with a year-round water source; Where to place birdhouses; 20 common garden birds and the foods they like; Photographing the birds that visit your birdfeeder.