Owls, Bats, Moths, & Nighthawks of South San Jose

Discover why birds aren’t visiting your feeder! Learn common fall bird feeding mistakes and easy fixes to attract more birds in Los Gatos and the South Bay.

Gardening for Wildlife

Gardening for Wildlife May 13, 2025 To create a bird-friendly yard, plant your garden with a bird’s diet in mind, choosing plants that nourish local Wildlife as well. Plant what birds like and what you like too, this creates biodiversity and a dynamic outdoor space to attract the widest variety of birds. Some people use […]

Sunset Birdwatching: Fundraiser for SCVBA’s Spring Birdathon

Sunset Birdwatching: Fundraiser for SCVBA’s Spring Birdathon May 2025 Today I led quite a team of folks for the Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance spring birdathon, enjoying some beautiful Sunset Birdwatching along the way. We had a vast array of skill levels which helped in gathering our species. This year I decided to mix it […]

Caterpillars: A Vital Superfood for Birds’ Survival

The Secret Superfood for​ Birds: Why Caterpillars Are Essential November 21, 2024 Did you know caterpillars are essential for bird health? During breeding season, birds like chickadees rely on caterpillars to feed their baby birds. Young birds need the protein-packed nutrition that only insects provide. At last weekend’s Bringing Back the Natives Garden conference, NY […]

From Leaves to Life: The Hidden Benefits for Birds & Pollinators

From Leaves to Life: How Keeping Your Leaf Piles Supports Birds & Insects November 15, 2024 Lisa Myers, owner of Los Gatos Birdwatcher, knows that a nature-friendly yard means a happier, healthier place for birdwatching. Here’s Lisa with her pets, Chico and Easy, taking in the beauty of fall in her backyard in Campbell. As the leaves fall, […]