Bee-eater birds are stunningly colorful, but their diet of bees and other insects puts them at odds with humans.

My friend Trip Lamb’s recent photographs from Africa reinforced for me the value of vicarious ecology, which I define as enjoying someone else’s outdoor experiences. Vicarious ecology offers ways to ...

This fruit tree blooms for two to three weeks in spring and will attract plenty of birds that love nectar, whether they're local or migrating.

Coneflowers already draw butterflies and bees, but pairing them with the right companion plants can turn a simple bed into a ...

Squirrels can wreak havoc on your yard, from digging up veggies to eating your bird feed. Some people recommend using this controversial DIY repellent.

Once your yard provides shelter, structure, and natural food sources, feeders can serve as supporting features to attract ...

There are many ways we can attract birds to our gardens, including with suitable foods in the right type of feeders.

Here's when hummingbirds will fly through GA and when to put out your feeders.

In UK gardens, a quiet bird bath often stays empty even on sunny days. Planting one well chosen perennial beside it can turn the spot into a year round wildlife stopover. On a bright morning the stone ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our community in a variety of ways, including 4-H, farm advisers, and ...

After the invasive species was discovered by hikers, park rangers began to search for the lizard and told members of the ...

When I noticed several Antillean Crested Hummingbirds flitting around the Ginger Thomas flowers I thought, how sweet, they are busy pollinating the flowers. But no! I went to get my camera, and took ...