Nebraska February Bird Checklist Common birds found in Nebraska during February Migrants, irruptive species, vagrants, and rarities may appear at any time Weather may determine what birds are observed Common Backyard birds of Nebraska Red-tailed Hawk Mourning Dove Red-bellied Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker Northern Flicker Blue Jay American…
Some common myths and misconceptions about feeding birds A recent article once again raised the issue of birds becoming dependent on backyard bird feeders especially during the winter months. Birds do not rely on any one single food source. Their ability to forage for a variety of foods under various conditions along with the uncanny…
The Wild Bird Habitat Stores would like to extend a sincere thank you to all those individuals and families that are providing for our birds during these very cold periods we have been experiencing. It takes a lot of energy for birds to keep warm through the frigid nights out here on the Plains where…
One of our winter visitors that arouse mixed emotions for those who feed birds is the Sharp-shinned Hawk, arriving in the Central Great Plains and Midwest from the North Country, usually by the end of October and departing by the first of May. This hawk has discovered that backyard bird feeders that attract winter birds…
Receive a FREE Nyjer thistle feeder with your purchase of $100.00 or more an $8.00 value Offer good in-store and with Internet orders With your $100.00 purchase you will receive a Nyjer thistle sock and 1 lb. of fresh Nyjer thistle seed absolutely free. Keep it for yourself or give it as a stocking stuffer….
The Friends of Pioneers Park Nature Center promote and support the development, programming and operation of the Nature Center. In recent years, the Friends have funded the steel entrance artwork, contributed to the acquisition of the newest portion of the Martin Prairie and the construction of the Prairie Building and its exhibits. The proceeds from…
The Friends of Pioneers Park Nature Center promote and support the development, programming and operation of the Nature Center. In recent years, the Friends have funded the steel entrance artwork, contributed to the acquisition of the newest portion of the Martin Prairie and the construction of the Prairie Building and its exhibits. The proceeds from…
Canada’s Boreal Forests Why should U.S. birders be concerned? Window strikes, free roaming cats, automobile collisions, pollution, these are just a few reasons for declining bird populations. But the biggest impact leading the decline is loss of habitat across the Americas and worldwide. The Boreal Forest region that stretches across all of Canada is the…
The Natural Christmas Tree by Dave Titterington The Wild Bird Habitat Store The Christmas tree is a product of Nature herself. Just an infant in time when compared to the diminishing old growth forests. But these trees have served their mother well. Although carefully cultivated by the hand of man, cut fresh in their youth,…
Sign up to participate in the 114th Christmas Bird Count in December. Make it a family activity. There is no cost to participate. It is not only an exciting event but provides a benefit for our birds. You can sign-up to participate, going out in the field to count the birds you see or hear,…