Backyard Birding Tips

Scorching summer days are tough on birds. Here's how you can help them stay cool and safe this summer! 💧 Provide water: Use a shallow container. The more natural its appearance the more appealing it will be for birds. 🌿 Offer shade: Place water in a shady spot, near shrubs or trees. Nearby cover gives birds a safe escape from predators. 🧼 Keep it clean & fresh: Dirty water can be harmful—refresh it daily if possible! 📷 Image credits via Dreamstime.com 1: ID 123525497 © Davidgn 2: ID 5604918 © Naturesdisplay 3: ID 915296 © Lincolnrogers Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening #NatureCentered #ZEISS #ZEISSNature #birdwatching #BirdCareTips #BackyardBirding #SummerWildlife #NatureLovers

Experience the magic of McAllen’s incredible biodiversity with Nature Ninja Birding Tours! These upscale birding retreats offer guided excursions, scenic lodging, and unforgettable encounters with our region’s most stunning wildlife. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just discovering the joy of birdwatching, McAllen is the perfect place to spread your wings! Book your spot before they fly away! #McAllenChamber #BirdingInMcAllen #NatureNinja #EcoTourism #VisitMcAllen

🌿🐦 It’s always been smart to feed our feathered friends… but now it’s smarter than ever! 🧠✨ We’re excited to introduce three new eco-friendly, high-tech additions to our birding collection—perfect for nature lovers and backyard birdwatchers alike: 📸 Birdfy Bamboo Smart Feeder Dual feed containers (no need to choose!) Solar-powered & made from sustainable bamboo 🌱 💪 Birdfy Metal Smart Feeder Adorably compact, super sturdy Comes with a built-in camera to catch every winged visitor in action! 🏠 Birdfy Bamboo Birdhouse with Dual Cameras One camera outside, one inside—watch nesting season without disturbing the birds Solar-powered and beautifully designed All from our friends at https://www.facebook.com/birdfybynetvue/ 💚 Ready to bring the beauty of birdwatching to a whole new level? Swing by the store and check them out! 🎤 🗓️ And don't forget to JOIN US NEXT SATURDAY, August 16th, for a fascinating FREE TALK on how drones are being used for conservation efforts in forestry, environmental sciences, and agroecology here in the RGV! Details on our Events page: https://mcallen.wbu.com/events Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding specialists! 💛🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas

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#Birdwatching starts with awareness. Study up before you arrive, respect their habitats by observing from a distance, and leave no trace. Let’s protect what we love to watch. Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening #NatureCentered #ZEISS #ZEISSNature #ZEISSSFL50 #50mmbinoculars #BrightOptics

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Quick Birding Quiz: Do Common Yellowthroats have wing bars? North American birders often recognize the loud witchity-witchity song and the distinctive bandit mask above their namesake yellow throat. But what about the rest of the bird? Let's break it down: Bill Color: Black Legs and Feet Color: Pink Wing Bars: ??? Happy birding and keep an eye out for these charming warblers! 📸 Credit: Jon Corcoran Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 #savethesongbirds #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #BackyardBirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #ZEISS #ZEISSNature #birdwatching