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The Backyard Bird

Apr 20, 20211 min read

Pishing, Sucking, and Squeaking: Calling Birds

By K. Slagboom - Birding in British Columbia Every birder knows that sometimes our little friends just don't want be seen. No matter how...

The Backyard Bird

Apr 2, 20211 min read

Birding in BC - Birding Book Recommendations

by K. Slagboom When choosing your first birding book or field guide, choose one that goes into detail. There is nothing more frustrating...

Canadian Wildlife Federation

Dec 16, 20201 min read

There are so many birdhouses on the market. Which houses are best?

Answer: There isn’t one birdhouse or nesting box design that will suit the needs of all bird species. In fact, not all species will even...

The Backyard Bird

Nov 18, 20201 min read

What birds will use this birdhouse?

Since we build birdhouses we research birds and what they like when looking for a new home. We're kind of like realtors for birds! One of...

The Backyard Bird

Aug 12, 20202 min read

How did The Backyard Birdhouse start?

Over 30 years ago my Dad and I decided to do a fun little weekend project...build a birdhouse together. Yes...ok...I was in my early 20’s...