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How To Become A Professional Bird Watcher

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Bird watching can be a great way to pass the time. Having birds in your yard is also a great way to keep the ecosystem of your landscape balanced; birds will help get rid of pests in the garden and will attract other pretty creatures such as butterflies. If you'd like to invite more birds into your garden, take a look at the steps below and see if there is something you can implement in order to get more birds to visit your yard.

Step 1: Purchase a guide or book that can tell you which birds you are most likely to attract. Depending on your climate, vegetation and other factors, some birds might be more likely to visit your yard while others will remain elusive.

Step 2: Visit a local nursery with book in hand. In order to attract a diverse selection of birds throughout the seasons, you will need the help of an informed gardener to help you select plants, shrubs and trees that the birds can feed on. The nursery will be able to tell you which landscape options are the best based on the birds and plants that are native to your region.

Step 3: Purchase some birdseed and some bird feeders. Shop around for feeders that will keep other animals out of the birdseed. Squirrels, raccoons and even cats have been known to be pretty clever when it comes to stealing the birdseed.

Step 4: Provide plenty of water for the birds. Your best bet is to purchase a birdbath. Be sure to keep an eye on the level of water, as you'll be surprised at how quickly the water will disappear. Birds don't typically conserve water when it comes to bathing! The birds will also become very thirsty once they've dined on all of the good food from your landscape and bird feeders.

Step 5: Provide shelter for the birds. Shelter doesn't necessarily need to be in the form of a birdhouse; sometimes even some creatively placed shrubs or trees can provide plenty of shelter for the birds you've attracted to the yard. The main objective when it comes to shelter is to provide protection from the elements and from noise.

Step 6: Make the garden a safe and peaceful place for birds. You can create a safe environment for the birds by remaining committed to organic gardening products that are free of chemicals and pesticides. You can achieve peace in the garden by being mindful of predators and doing what it takes to keep them away from the birds.

It can be very peaceful to watch birds fly in and out of your yard while they feast on the various treats your landscape has to offer. However, if you've noticed that birds go over your house and do a "fly-by", maybe it's time you took a good look at what you have to offer. By following the above steps you will be host to a bevy of birds in no time!