A Splash of Colour
The spring fashion show has birders gazing in awe at the variety of bright colors that have appeared in our
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The Breeding Season Has Begun
When birds return from the South, they don’t waste any time establishing a territory and preparing for the hectic breeding
COMING SOON TO A FEEDER NEAR YOU – ORIOLES AND HUMMINGBIRDS!
These beauties are on their way back from their wintering grounds and will be arriving over the next couple of
The Winds of Change
We are in a time of transition when the weather doesn’t seem to know what it wantsto do. We still
Are You Ready for Spring?
Depending on where you live, the landscape may already look like spring. Some regions have minimal snow cover while others
Will it be an Early Spring?
It may be hard to believe but spring is on the way. Of course, there will be cold snaps and
Winter Waterfowl
At this time of the year the pickings can be pretty slim for birders. Our regular feeder birds do not
BIRDS OF A FEATHER FLOCK TOGETHER!
Now that we’re into the cold months of winter you might be noticing small flocks of chickadees, goldfinches and cardinals
Special Visitors
Once winter sets in, we may find ourselves entertaining local birds that might otherwise appear only infrequently. A favourite is
CHRISTMAS WISH LIST FOR YOUR BACKYARD FRIENDS
It’s time for our annual Christmas wish list for the birds. If you would like to give a gift to
Backyard Dispatches 