Welcome, Vancouver!
Thank you to everyone who attended our Customer Celebration event on Saturday 16th
A great time was had by all. We all enjoyed seeing Alba the barn owl.
For those of you that entered our Peanut contest there were a total of 637 peanuts in the jug, wow.
Congratulations to our winners Liana and Sergio for having the closest guesses!
NEW! Anna's Healthy Hummingbird Feeder
This vacuum insulated feeder was designed to help regulate nectar temperature in cold or hot weather. No outdoor plug required. Holds 8 oz. The lid has built in perches and flower ports that are small enough to prevent bees from entering. The insulation will help delay the nectar from freezing. When temperatures get below freezing during the day, you can add hot tap water to the container underneath the nectar.
The Amazing Chickadee
Caching
It’s that time of year, the birds are caching seeds away for winter. Here is an amazing fact about one of favorite year round residents!
Chickadees’ brains grow in late summer and fall, specifically the hippocampus, to increase their spatial memory for caching food. This part of the brain grows by up to 30% to help them remember the locations of thousands of seeds they stash for the winter. In the spring, when their food supply is no longer dependent on caches, the hippocampus shrinks back to its normal size. Include premium black oil seed in your feeder!
Offer Water to Help Birds Survive Winter
Winter isn't just cooler for us; it’s a real survival test for birds. With longer nights and colder temperatures, their internal "heaters" (metabolism) have to work overtime. While food is a must, water is just as critical. Birds need water to stay hydrated and to keep their feathers clean, essential for insulation and warmth.
A reliable source of open water can make your yard the go-to winter hangout, even for birds that don't normally visit feeders. If temperatures dip below freezing, you can use a bird bath heater in an existing plastic or stone bird bath, or try a bird bath with a built-in heater. The entire surface of a bird bath doesn't have to thaw, there just needs to be an opening big enough for birds to drink and bathe. You can support birds through winter, while attracting a greater variety of visitors to enjoy.
We have a full lineup of winter-ready bird baths and heaters that are bird-safe and easy to care for. Shop now and help birds stay hydrated, warm and winter-strong.