The Pileated Woodpecker is the largest Woodpecker in North America. It measures a staggering 16-19 inches (41-48cm) long, with a wingspan of 26-30 inches (66-76cm) and weighs a whopping 8-12 ounces (227-340g). Compare that with the size of a House Sparrow at just 5.5-7 inches (14-18 cm), weighing only .85-1.4 ounces (24-40g) or a Blue …
With life pulling us in so many directions at once, and expecting so much from us, it’s nice to take a few minutes and get away from it all. This little nook in a big waterfront park is just that place for me. Sitting by the water, I can ease my mind, let go of …
It seems like an eternity since I’ve had time to post anything to my blog- April and May have been extremely busy months for me. Between my full-time job, my son’s sporting events and his new job, planning and planting my gardens, taking computer and stained glass making classes, and squeezing in a quick trip …
If you’ve ever seen a Baltimore Oriole, you have witnessed some of natures most profound beauty. With their vibrant orange and black colors, and their distinctive sound, they are almost impossible to mistake. Once they begin showing up in your yard, they may very well become one of your favorite birds. Baltimore Orioles are members …
While searching online recently for outdoor Bird Watching activities, I came across an exciting event I wanted to share with you. The Buffalo Audubon Society is hosting an upcoming hike through the North Tonawanda Nature Preserve in search of Eastern Screech Owls. According to their website, http://buffaloaudubon.org, Naturalist Tom Kerr will be taking us on …
Downy Woodpeckers are abundant in areas with lots of trees and are one of the most common Woodpeckers to visit backyard bird feeders. Downy’s are the smallest Woodpeckers in the US and Canada at just 5 3/4 inches (14.6 cm) and bare a very close resemblance to their cousin, the Hairy Woodpecker. In comparison, the …
With so many different types and sizes of bird feeders available, which one should you buy? A lot depends on the birds you’d like to attract, as well as how much space you have. Bird feeders come in a variety of styles and sizes depending on what you’re serving and who’s eating at your diner. …
I am so excited to unveil my new logo today! While searching the internet for images of birds, I came across “Alpha Birds” and totally fell in love with the Blue Jay “B”. Alpha Birds were designed by JK Wimberly who paired individual birds with each letter of the alphabet, from Albatross to Zebra Dove. …
We had a lot of activity at our bird feeders today. While watching the Goldfinches, we got a little surprise when a squirrel so calmly snuck up, grabbed a little snack and disappeared as quickly as he came. Check out my other bird videos on YouTube at Backyard Birdlady. Please subscribe and share. Thanks for …
Recently I started getting our birdhouses ready for the Spring nesting season, and not a minute too soon! With the nice weather we’ve been having here in the Northeast, the birds have already started to scout out and select their homes. In just the last couple days, I’ve witnessed multiple Sparrows eagerly exploring 5 of our …