Feeding Wild Birds In America

Author : Paul J. Baicich,Margaret A. Barker,Carrol L. Henderson
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2015-03-30
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781623492113

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Feeding Wild Birds in America by Paul J. Baicich,Margaret A. Barker,Carrol L. Henderson Pdf

Today, according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service, more than fifty million Americans feed birds around their homes, and over the last sixty years, billions of pounds of birdseed have filled millions of feeders in backyards everywhere. Feeding Wild Birds in America tells why and how a modest act of provision has become such a pervasive, popular, and often passionate aspect of people’s lives. Each chapter provides details on one or more bird-feeding development or trend including the “discovery” of seeds, the invention of different kinds of feeders, and the creation of new companies. Also woven into the book are the worlds of education, publishing, commerce, professional ornithology, and citizen science, all of which have embraced bird feeding at different times and from different perspectives. The authors take a decade-by-decade approach starting in the late nineteenth century, providing a historical overview in each chapter before covering topical developments (such as hummingbird feeding and birdbaths). On the one hand, they show that the story of bird feeding is one of entrepreneurial invention; on the other hand, they reveal how Americans, through a seemingly simple practice, have come to value the natural world.

Author : Chris Earley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0228102014

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Feed the Birds by Chris Earley Pdf

"Endorsed by the Canadian Wildlife Federation"--Cover.

Author : Jim Carpenter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1935622617

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The Joy of Bird Feeding by Jim Carpenter Pdf

Carpenter offers practical tips and solutions to attracting and identifying birds. He offers suggestions for the best foods for the birds you want to see, and even tells you how to deter unwanted guests to feeding stations. You'll also learn how to properly store bird food, and how to prevent window strikes.

Author : Darryl Jones
Publisher : NewSouth
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2018-03-01
Category : NATURE
ISBN : 9781742244235

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The Birds At My Table by Darryl Jones Pdf

Darryl Jones is fascinated by bird feeders. Not the containers supplying food to our winged friends, but the people who fill the containers, scatter the crumbs or seeds, or leave the picnic scraps behind for the birds. Here, Jones takes us on a wild flight through the history of bird feeding as he ponders this odd but seriously popular form of interaction between humans and wild animals. Jones digs at the deeper issues and questions of the practice of bird feeding, as he raises our awareness of the things we don't yet know and why we really should. This beautifully written and engaging books reveals that what at first seems to be a niche topic 7 humans feeding wild birds 7 is in fact something a disproportionate number of us do. Half the citizens of Australia, the UK, and the US feed birds, whether its by planting trees that attract them, putting food out on apartment balconies, setting up birds baths and feeders, or by unwittingly leaving scraps behind in parks. The international bird seed industry is huge and most of the seed is gown in India or Africa. Another way of describing all this activity is as an unplanned ecological experiment on an unbelievably large scale. In The Birds at My Table, Jones draws on an impressive knowledge of the latest scientific findings as well as his own personal knowledge, to reflect and explain the modern practice of bird feeding.

Author : Darryl Jones
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-03-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781501710797

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The Birds at My Table by Darryl Jones Pdf

"Discusses the history and scale of feeding wild birds. Outlines debates about the practice, highlighting key research findings and pointing out the issues that require further examination. Written in nontechnical language, thus making it accessible to the general public, birders, and academics"--

Author : Jim and Joel Ashton,Ashton Joel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0241435811

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Wild Your Garden by Jim and Joel Ashton,Ashton Joel Pdf

"It's up to every single one of us to do our bit for wildlife, however small our gardens, and The Butterfly Brothers know just how that can be achieved." Alan Titchmarsh Join the rewilding movement and share your outdoor space with nature. We all have the potential to make the world a little greener. Wild Your Garden, written by Jim and Joel Ashton (aka "The Butterfly Brothers"), shows you how to create a garden that can help boost local biodiversity. Transform a paved-over yard into a lush oasis, create refuges to welcome and support native species, or turn a high-maintenance lawn into a nectar-rich mini-meadow to attract bees and butterflies. You don't need specialist knowledge or acres of land. If you have any outdoor space, you can make a difference to local wildlife, and reduce your carbon footprint, too. "Wildlife gardening is one of the most important things you can do as an individual for increasing biodiversity and mitigating the effects of climate change. From digging a pond to planting a native hedge, the Butterfly Brothers can help you every step of the way." Kate Bradbury

Author : Roger Tory Peterson
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 061805944X

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A Field Guide to Feeder Birds by Roger Tory Peterson Pdf

Identifying birds that visit feeders is made easy with this at-a-glance guide, which includes range maps and descriptions of birds and foods that attract them. 34 color plates. 14 color photos.

Author : Kim Long
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781680513011

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What Birds Eat by Kim Long Pdf

A unique approach to bird watching that focuses on what birds eat and how, while sharing ways to support them in our own backyards

Author : Paul J. Baicich
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2010-03-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1451510055

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Feeding Wild Birds: A Short History in America by Paul J. Baicich Pdf

Feeding Wild Birds: A Short History in America is an invaluable resource for consumers and industry members eager to learn more about the storied past of the wild bird feeding hobby and its bright business future.Founded in 1984, the Wild Bird Feeding Industry (WBFI) is an association dedicated to the progressive expansion of the wild bird and backyard wildlife feeding industry. As the voice of the industry, WBFI accomplishes its mission by serving the interests of members through promoting responsible feeding, creating alliances, removing barriers, safeguarding gains and enhancing the experience of the consumer.This pioneering book takes you on a fascinating journey from the origins of the wild bird feeding hobby to the latest industry trends.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Bird attracting
ISBN : MINN:31951D01169113I

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Backyard Bird Feeding by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Bird attracting
ISBN : MINN:319510030451852

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Attract Birds by Anonim Pdf

Author : Aelred D. Geis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Birds
ISBN : UOM:39015077574849

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Relative Attractiveness of Different Foods at Wild Bird Feeders by Aelred D. Geis Pdf

The relative attractiveness of various seeds used to feed wild birds was measured. This information, with data on consumption rates and costs, provides a basis for determining the most efficient materials for use in bird feeders in residential areas. Many common bird foods, such as fine cracked corn, wheat, sorghum, hulled oats, and rice, were found to be relatively unattractive. Seeds of the small black oil-type sunflower were superior to those of the black striped and gray striped sunflowers. White proso millet was the best seed for use in attracting the small seed-eating species. Feeding preferences among various species of birds are strikingly different; consequently it is difficult to formulate a mixture of seeds that would be efficient at all locations and at all times.

Author : Margaret A. Barker,Elissa Ruth Wolfson,National Audubon Society
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780760368633

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The Birdhouse Book by Margaret A. Barker,Elissa Ruth Wolfson,National Audubon Society Pdf

The Audubon Birdhouse Book is the most authoritative book available for creating safe, sturdy, and easy-to-build homes for many of North America’s favorite birds. This updated second edition includes important new and timely topics including impacts of climate change on birds, nestbox monitoring for community science, native plants, and how birders can help birds. Produced in association with the National Audubon Society, Audubon Birdhouse Book explains how to build and place functional DIY bird homes that are safe and appropriate for more than 20 classic North American species, from wrens to raptors. Each of the easy-to-build boxes and shelves within is accompanied by cut lists, specially created line diagrams, and step-by-step photography, making the projects accessible to those with even the most rudimentary woodworking skills. In addition, this practical and beautifully presented guide is packed with color photography and information about the bird species covered: Wrens, Warblers, Bluebirds, Flycatchers, Swallows, Titmice, Owls, Flickers, Kestrels, Chickadees, Ducks, Mergansers, Swallows, Doves, Swallows, Robins, Finches, Phoebes, Loons, Swifts, Herons, and Ospreys. Detailed information will help you properly place and maintain the homes to attract birds. And because these projects are the product of years of experience and field-testing, you can be sure you’re getting the best advice regarding proper design, safe construction materials, and correct home placement to mitigate exposure to elements, pests, and predators. Finally, beyond the birdhouses, you’ll find out how you can contribute to the larger birding community and even enhance your birding experience.

Author : John James Audubon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1842
Category : Birds
ISBN : NYPL:33433011013475

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The Birds of America by John James Audubon Pdf

This edition has 65 new images, making a total of 500. The original configurations were altered so that there is only one species per plate. The text is a revision of the Ornithological Biography, rearranged according to Audubon's Synopsis of the Birds of North America (1839).

Author : Kenneth Burrell,Michael Burrell
Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2019-05-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781771643658

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Best Places to Bird in Ontario by Kenneth Burrell,Michael Burrell Pdf

An insider’s guide to the best birding in Ontario, featuring thirty highly recommended sites. It’s no secret: Ontario’s rich natural landscape and diverse wildlife provides some of the most exceptional birdwatching Canada has to offer, attracting thousands of bird-lovers each year. In this user-friendly guidebook, local experts Mike and Ken Burrell show us why. Outlining thirty of their personal favorite spots at which to enjoy the province’s birding, they take readers on an avian tour from Point Pelee to Moosonee, Rainy River to Cornwall. Along the way, they draw from their extensive experience as professional birding guides and field biologists to share insider tips for spotting more than three hundred unique species, advice for exactly when and where to go for the best results, and helpful hints for finding rarely seen birds. Finally, they provide detailed instructions for accessing and enjoying each of the highly recommended sites. Ranging from beloved classics to remote hidden gems, many of these locales are within driving distance of Toronto, Hamilton, or Ottawa; some are even accessible on foot; and each is as spectacular as the last. With clear maps, beautiful color photos, and a wealth of useful information, Best Places to Bird in Ontario is an invaluable resource that will delight first-time and experienced birders alike.