Backyard
Species ID guides, backyard how-tos, seasonal birding and gift ideas — written by the Shopwada Field Team.
Winter Bird Feeding Tips: What to Feed & How to Help Birds
Long nights and short days make winter tough for small birds. The best foods, smart feeder setup, and hygiene habits that keep your winter flock healthy.
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Native Plants for Birds: What to Plant for a Bird-Friendly Yard
Feeders help, but native plants feed birds all year — especially the caterpillars nestlings depend on. What to plant, what to avoid, and how to start small.
4 min read
How to Keep Squirrels Off Bird Feeders (Without Harming Them)
Squirrels are acrobats with endless patience. Here's the layered, humane approach that actually keeps them out of the seed — starting with the 5-7-9 rule.
4 min read
How to Attract Hummingbirds: Feeders, Flowers & Placement
The right nectar, the right spot and the right flowers. A practical, season-by-season plan for bringing hummingbirds to your yard — and keeping them safe.
4 min read
Eastern Bluebird: How to Identify & Attract Bluebirds
Bluebirds rarely eat seed — which is why so many people never see one at the feeder. Here's how to identify them and what really attracts Eastern Bluebirds.
4 min read
Bird Bath in Winter: How to Keep Water Open for Birds
In winter, fresh water can be harder for birds to find than food. How to keep a bird bath open safely — and what never to add to the water.
4 min read
10 Backyard Birds and How to Tell Them Apart
A friendly starter guide to ten backyard favorites — field marks, calls, when to see them and what to feed — plus a quick comparison table.
5 min read