Oak Titmouse: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
The Oak Titmouse is a small brown songbird with a slightly pale belly and black eyes. These active birds dine on seeds and insects and have a distinctive rapid song. They get their name from the fact that they typically live in the tops of oak trees, although they may be found in pine forests. […]
Continue readingHow Often Do Meteor Showers Happen? The Fascinating Answer!
On a dark and clear night, it’s often possible to see a shooting star or two, especially if you live in a rural or wooded area absent of city lights. And if you’re lucky, you’ll be able to catch a meteor shower or two while you’re hanging outdoors during the night. Meteor showers often resemble […]
Continue readingWhat to Put Inside a Birdhouse (7 Great Options)
If you want to put a birdhouse in your yard, you likely have many questions, like how to build it, where to put it, and what to put inside to help make your visitors more comfortable. Unfortunately, there is not too much that you should add to the birdhouse for several reasons. Keep reading while […]
Continue readingWhat Does an Ant Look Like Under a Microscope? (Pictures Included)
If you love to observe stuff under a microscope, you know that many things look surprisingly different under a microscope lens. Many people observe various insects, and the ones that catch our attention are ants. These little creatures are the most widespread insects in the world. Although they may seem cute, do you know how […]
Continue reading14 Types of Blackbirds in Minnesota (With Pictures)
Before we begin, we must clarify what we mean by “blackbirds.” Yes, the term describes the color of the species. However, scientists also use it to define the Icteridae or New World Blackbirds family.1 Therefore, we’re talking about evolutionary relationships and birds that are not always completely black. Some have very little. We must delve […]
Continue readingHow Long Can You Hunt After Sunset? Everything You Need to Know
If you own private property, you might assume the animals and times you can hunt are fair game, but that’s not the case. All states have laws limiting the creatures, seasons, and even times of day you can hunt. The restrictions protect animal populations from over-hunting, as well as protect humans from hunting accidents after […]
Continue readingCarolina Chickadee: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
The Carolina Chickadee looks very similar to the Black-Capped Chickadee with a black cap and bib, gray back and wings, and a white belly. These two similar species of songbirds do have some overlap in their region, in which case the Carolina Chickadee lives at lower altitudes. Their similarities and the fact that they will […]
Continue readingStep-by-Step Guide for How to Make a Time Lapse Video (9 Tips and Tricks)
If you like making videos and then editing them according to your taste, chances are that you might also have tried your hands on a time lapse video. It is all the rage these days but creating one can be pretty daunting. You must work with numerous settings, tools, and variables to create a masterpiece […]
Continue readingWhat Do Starlings Eat? 15 Common Foods (with Pictures)
As a frequent bird seen in the United States, starlings are a favorite to many birdwatching enthusiasts. Their dotted patterns make them eye-catching critters, and they have a variety of colors on their feathery bodies. However, when it comes to their diet, there’s quite a lot to discover. Keep reading to learn what you need […]
Continue readingWhen to Clean Out Birdhouses (and When Not To!)
To ensure birdhouses are family-ready, you must clean out the birdhouse before the breeding season starts and after it ends. For most locations, this means birdhouses should be cleaned in September and early March, though exact times will differ on location and species. There’s a lot more to know about when and how to clean […]
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