Author and radio host Laura Erickson explains how to attract birds to your yard, behaviors to watch for, and more.
Contributing Editor Laura Erickson reflects on the loss of a favorite tree — a huge Norway spruce — and considers her options for what to plant next. Read More “After losing a favorite tree, it’s time to plant anew”
The annual winter bird count tracks trends at North American feeders and has helped scientists monitor populations and uncover avian diseases Read More “Why you should participate in Project FeederWatch”
The best way to attract quail to your yard is by having native plants and trees that provide natural food and cover. Read More “Not looking for lawns: Quail want plants that provide food and cover”
The best ways to attract warblers to your yard is by having natural food and water sources for the birds. Read More “Natural food and water are key to luring warblers”
Where have all the insects gone? Last summer, the journal Science published a summary of several long-term studies from America and Western Europe documenting massive declines … Read More “Laura Erickson on insect population decline”
Several decades ago, one of my friends suggested that I set out jelly and oranges for orioles. She said orioles in her yard lost interest … Read More “Laura Erickson on the pros and cons of feeding birds jelly”
As every year draws to a close, I start planning how to make the next year better, especially for my backyard birds. When we first … Read More “New Year’s resolutions that can make your backyard birds’ lives easier”
On January 20, 2017, when I was staying at my daughter’s place in Brooklyn, New York, I took a train to Valley Stream, walked a … Read More “Vagrant birds: Unpredictable, surprising, and cherished”
Every summer, I am thrilled anew by the bounty of birds in my backyard. Our cherry trees draw in tanagers, orioles, warblers, and a host … Read More “How backyard birds benefit from the Duck Stamp”
