Hummingbirds are not the only backyard visitors who will take a sweet sip from your nectar feeders. While most backyard birders don't mind other birds getting the occasional drink, insects are rarely…

Hummingbirds aren't the only birds that love nectar, and many other species may also sample sips from your hummingbird feeders. Some species even have such a love for nectar's sugary sweetness that th…

When you're just getting started feeding birds, it can be intimidating to choose that all-important first bird feeder. With many different brands, sizes and styles to choose from, which one will get y…

Making a pine cone bird feeder is a fun and easy project for bird lovers of all ages, and it's a fast and inexpensive way to add more feeders to the backyard. Once birds discover these simple feeders,…

A dirty hummingbird feeder poses a grave risk to hungry hummers, but it is easy to not only clean every nectar feeder, but also to minimize the mess that gets these feeders dirty more quickly.There ar…