Native Plants in Your Backyard Garden
Add beauty and wildlife habitat value to your yard by using native plants! We all know about using feeders to provide food for birds. But did you know that the landscaping choices you make can also provide for birds? And bees, butterflies and other wildlife? There are many great sources for info on native plants. […]
Brome Takes Flight at Backyard Birds: Introducing Two New Must-Have Products for Bird Lovers!
Backyard Birds is excited to announce the arrival of two brand new, innovative products from one of our top-selling brands, Brome Bird Care! Brome is a name synonymous with quality and ingenious design, particularly when it comes to keeping pesky critters away from your precious bird feeders. Whether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher or just getting […]
Introducing Think Outside: Where Creativity Takes Flight at Backyard Birds!
Calling all nature lovers and design enthusiasts! We at Backyard Birds are thrilled to announce the arrival of a brand-new line of products that will spark your imagination and transform your living spaces: Think Outside! Think Outside isn’t just a name, it’s a philosophy. Their collection features remarkable, handcrafted sculptures, décor, and furniture designed to […]
What to Do if You Find a Baby Bird: A Backyard Birds Guide
Spring has sprung, and with it comes the heartwarming sight (and sound!) of baby birds! But what if you stumble upon a lone chick on the ground? Fear not, fellow bird enthusiast, Backyard Birds is here to help! First things first, stay calm! Finding a baby bird can be surprising, but it doesn’t necessarily mean […]
It’s Baby Bird Season, Help Keep Them Safe with Backyard Birds!
Spring has sprung at Backyard Birds, and that means one thing: baby bird season is in full swing! Our feathered friends are busy building nests, laying eggs, and preparing to raise the next generation of songbirds. At Backyard Birds, we’re passionate about creating a welcoming environment for all birds, and that includes protecting their young. […]
“What to Do if You Find a Baby Bird?” by Dr. Karen Becker
Here are the steps to take if you encounter a baby bird out of its nest this spring according to Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian. Spring is upon us and certainly springtime means almost always the inevitable encounter with wildlife. Although if you’re like me, we love wildlife and we’re thankful […]
How to Identify A Nestling from A Fledgling
This picture indicates how to identify a nestling from a fledgling. Why is this important? Nestlings should be in a nest. If you find a nestling on the ground you can locate the nest and put it back inside. If the bird continually is rejected from the nest it can mean the parents aren’t feeding them […]
The Backyard Blues: May Your Blues Be Eastern Bluebirds
Prior to the 1930’s, the Eastern Bluebird was one of North Carolina’s most common songbirds. By 1979, bluebirds were declared rare and uncommon by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Man’s activities and severe winters resulted in a 90% decline in bluebird populations. The continuing loss of natural nesting sites and other problems faced by […]
Backyard Birds named a Nextdoor 2023 Neighborhood Fave!
Backyard Birds Voted a Neighborhood Fave in Nextdoor’s 2023 Local Business Awards MATTHEWS, NC, JULY 31, 2023 — Backyard Birds has been named to the winning list of Nextdoor’s 2023 Neighborhood Faves, the only annual awards where neighbors vote to celebrate their favorite local businesses. This year, Neighborhood Fave winners like Backyard Birds will receive greater […]
Hummingbirds have arrived in North Carolina
According to North Carolina State University, only the ruby-throated hummingbird lives throughout the eastern half of the U.S. and southern Canada. Hummingbirds migrate away from North Carolina during colder months and come back when it’s warmer. Migration Hummingbirds generally leave North Carolina when winter comes around, according to North Carolina State University. They spend the […]