Excuse me…what did you say?
Have you noticed the birds singing more now that Spring is here? Their songs are filling the air with life and energy—so much so that you may find yourself wondering: what are they actually saying? If you’ve ever wondered about the meaning behind these beautiful sounds, you’re not alone. There are three main types of […]
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 […]