Protect Migrating Birds from Window Collisions
As you may be aware, this time of the year marks the peak of the Fall bird migration season. Thousands of birds are currently in transit, flying long distances to...
Backyard Dispatches
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Mental Health Benefits of Birdwatching
Birdwatching is a good healthy hobby. People living in neighbourhoods with trees, shrubs, and birds suffer less from anxiety and depression. Spending one hour each day walking in a nearby...
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Seed Cylinders: A Simple and Inexpensive Option For Feeding Birds
Seed cylinders are one of the simplest and least expensive ways to feed backyard birds. Made with a wide variety of seed combinations, there's a seed cylinder available to attract...
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On the Move
Fall migration is underway. Shorebirds down from Arctic breeding grounds are topping up their energy tanks along mudflats, beaches and lagoons for the long trip to the tropics. Some swallows...
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Ruby-throated Hummingbirds - Eggs to Fledglings
During the month of August you may be seeing more hummingbirds in your gardens and at your feeders. You might enjoy some fun facts about their development from eggs to...
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How Do Birds Find A Feeder
Birds find a bird feeder primarily through a combination of visual cues, memory, and exploration. Here's how the process generally works: Visual Attraction: Bird feeders are usually designed with bright...
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WHY IS IT SO QUIET?
As we approach the middle of summer, things are quieting down a little at our feeders. Fledglings are learning to feed on their own and not depending on mom and...
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Vortex Vanquish Binoculars: Why Every Birder Should Own A Pair
Binoculars are something every serious birder owns and shopping for a pair can be confusing. What do all the features and numbers mean, how do you know which ones to...
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HAPPY FATHER’S DAY
Father’s Day will soon be here! Our team members at Urban Nature Store are ready to show you a variety of gift ideas for your consideration. Before we delve into...
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A Splash of Colour
The spring fashion show has birders gazing in awe at the variety of bright colors that have appeared in our forests, parks and even in our yards. Male warblers are...
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The Breeding Season Has Begun
When birds return from the South, they don’t waste any time establishing a territory and preparing for the hectic breeding season ahead. Some birds appreciate a helping hand and will...
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COMING SOON TO A FEEDER NEAR YOU - ORIOLES AND HUMMINGBIRDS!
These beauties are on their way back from their wintering grounds and will be arriving over the next couple of weeks and into the first week of May. Here are...
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The Winds of Change
We are in a time of transition when the weather doesn’t seem to know what it wantsto do. We still have lingering winter visitors but spring birds are slowly advancing,anxious...
Witness Nature's Wonders
Live Bird Feeder Cam in Niagara
Our backyard bird feeders are the perfect way to elevate your birding experience. Enjoy live cameras that feed you beautiful footage of the birds as they feed. Live feeder cams are a great way to never miss a minute of action at the feeders. Our live bird feeder cam is located in the Niagara Region in Ontario. Watch the live feed and you can see many of the birds that are local to our area and visit backyard bird feeders.
