Wild birds are fun to watch at backyard bird feeders, and by feeding on insects, they are a natural form of pest control. But when birds start to nest on your porch, in your attic, or other ...

Use physical barriers like mesh, wire, or by sealing holes and cracks to prevent birds from building nests in unwanted spots. Provide birdhouses and ensure they are placed near native plants and water ...

Stop Snakes From Eating Birds “How can I stop snakes from eating baby birds and eggs in my yard, without harming the snakes?” asks Birds & Blooms reader Peggy Thompson of Granville, Illinois. Birding ...

Did you know?… Safflower seed has a hard shell that European Starlings and Common Grackles cannot crack open. If you want to deter those larger birds from getting the bird food in your feeders, try ...

ITHACA, N.Y. – When a bird drapes its nest with snake skin, it isn’t just making an interesting décor choice. Cornell University researchers find that for some birds, it keeps predators at bay.

Wasps are likely among the most bothersome visitors on balconies, terraces, or in gardens. In some cases, they may settle in and start building nests in the spring. How can this activity be stopped ...

When a bird drapes its nest with snake skin, it isn't just making an interesting decor choice. Researchers find that for some birds, it keeps predators at bay. When a bird drapes its nest with snake ...