With the summer sun shining, it's the perfect time for birdwatching. Whether you're experienced or new to it, our bird feeder with a camera brings the joy of observing birds to your backyard. Here's a guide to some common birds you might see this season. Let's explore the fascinating world of our feathered friends.
📖 American Goldfinch 🪽
"The cheerful goldfinch dances through the sky, a beacon of sunshine and vitality."
- Features: Male American Goldfinches sport bright yellow feathers with black wings in summer.
- Habits: They favor open fields and gardens, feeding mainly on seeds, especially those from thistle and sunflower.
- How to Attract: Provide sunflower and thistle seeds, and plant their favorite flowers.
- Fun Fact: Their undulating flight pattern and sweet song make them a joy to watch.
📖 Red-bellied Woodpecker 🐦
"With a rhythmic tap-tap, the Red-bellied Woodpecker announces its presence in the forest."
- Features: These birds have a red cap and nape, with a slight reddish tinge on their belly, and black and white barred wings.
- Habits: They forage for insects and nuts by pecking at tree trunks.
- How to Attract: Offer nuts and fruit, and maintain a garden with plenty of trees.
- Fun Fact: Red-bellied Woodpeckers use their long tongues to extract insects from deep within tree bark.
📖 Indigo Bunting 🪽
"A jewel of the forest, the Indigo Bunting's vibrant hue is a breathtaking sight."
- Features: Males are a brilliant blue during the breeding season, while females are brown.
- Habits: Found in open areas and edges, they feed on insects and seeds.
- How to Attract: Provide small seeds like millet and nyjer, and plant shrubs and flowering plants.
- Fun Fact: The blue of the Indigo Bunting is not a pigment but a result of light refracting off their feathers.
This summer, we encourage you to take a moment to appreciate the beauty of these common backyard visitors. By setting up our bird feeder with a camera, you can observe these stunning creatures up close and share your discoveries with us using the hashtag #OnlyflyBirdFeeder. Together, let’s celebrate the joy and wonder that birds bring into our lives.
Happy birdwatching! 🐦❤️
