Common bird feeder mistakes include feeding birds for the wrong reasons, not getting quality seed, not being consistent, prioritizing looks over function, getting discouraged when squirrels get ...

"Winter weather can be hard on Illinois wildlife, which is why so many folks around here put out feed for birds and animals," ...

Safflower seeds deter squirrels and bully birds, but many beloved songbirds will still come to your backyard bird feeders.

Retired teacher Larry Weber, of Barnum, is the author of “Butterflies of the North Woods" and “Spiders of the North Woods," ...