Tag: birds

Birds as pest control

Nearly all plants in our gardens attract insects. Some are beneficial, while others can destroy a plant in no time. If you’ve tried organic pesticides to no avail, why not let our feathered friends do the job instead? Nearly all birds eat bugs, and some rely on them exclusively. Birds are most likely to feed:… Continue Reading Birds as pest control

Welcome Winter Wildlife

It’s no secret that birds fly south for the winter. For a wide variety of species, mild-wintered San Antonio is south enough. Roving flocks of warblers, vireos, sparrows, waxwings, wrens, kinglets and more join our year-round residents like cardinals, jays, chickadees and titmice. And while seed and suet do a fine job of attracting birds… Continue Reading Welcome Winter Wildlife