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Cranes and Conservation: What You Might Not Know about Sandhill Cranes in California

January 2, 2026

Each autumn, as the seasons change and the snow starts to fall in the far north, a trumpet-like call can...

The Complete History of the Christmas Bird Count

December 1, 2025

From Shotguns to Spotting Scopes: Dec 14, 2025 –Jan 5, 2026. Did you know the most important bird census in the...

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

November 10, 2025

Owls, Bats, Moths, & Nighthawks of South San Jose In the South Bay, twilight brings out a cast of nocturnal...

Common Mistakes in Fall Bird Feeding And How to Avoid Them

October 30, 2025

Fall Bird Feeding Common Mistakes in Fall Bird Feeding And How to Avoid Them White-crowned Sparrow by Tony WooAs the...

Vasona: A South Bay Birding Gem

August 22, 2025

Vasona: A South Bay Birding Gem Vasona is creek and adjacent riparian habitat, the reservoir, lawns, established trees, fish, and...

Summertime Birdwatching: What’s at your feeder?

August 22, 2025

Summertime Birdwatching: What’s at your feeder? August backyard birdwatching in the South Bay means a transition period. Some of our...

Outsmarting Squirrels: Keep Your Wild Bird Seed for Your Birds

July 10, 2025

Outsmarting Squirrels: Protect Your Bird Seed While we appreciate all backyard wildlife, our main mission is to support wild birds,...

Why Our Birdseed Makes All the Difference

July 10, 2025

At the Los Gatos Birdwatcher, we know wild birds—and we know what they won’t eat. That’s why bird lovers across...

How to Attract Birds to Your Yard with Birdbaths

July 1, 2025

Make a Splash: Attract Birds to Your Yard with Birdbaths If you’re trying to create a bird-friendly garden and enjoy...

Gardening for Wildlife

May 13, 2025

Gardening for Wildlife To create a bird-friendly yard, plant your garden with a bird’s diet in mind, choosing plants that...

Cranes and Conservation: What You Might Not Know about Sandhill Cranes in California

January 2, 2026

Each autumn, as the seasons change and the snow starts to fall in the far north, a trumpet-like call can be heard for miles across California’s Central Valley–it’s the call...

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The Complete History of the Christmas Bird Count

December 1, 2025

From Shotguns to Spotting Scopes: Dec 14, 2025 –Jan 5, 2026. Did you know the most important bird census in the world began as an alternative to a bird-killing competition?  Photo:...

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

November 10, 2025

Owls, Bats, Moths, & Nighthawks of South San Jose In the South Bay, twilight brings out a cast of nocturnal performers: Mexican Free-Tailed Bat being released. Photo fromNorCalBats websiteBarn Owl...

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Common Mistakes in Fall Bird Feeding And How to Avoid Them

October 30, 2025

Fall Bird Feeding Common Mistakes in Fall Bird Feeding And How to Avoid Them White-crowned Sparrow by Tony WooAs the seasons shift, fall is an exciting time to enjoy backyard...

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Vasona: A South Bay Birding Gem

August 22, 2025

Vasona: A South Bay Birding Gem Vasona is creek and adjacent riparian habitat, the reservoir, lawns, established trees, fish, and bugs all combine to create a dynamic birdwatching location. We’ve...

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Summertime Birdwatching: What’s at your feeder?

August 22, 2025

Summertime Birdwatching: What’s at your feeder? August backyard birdwatching in the South Bay means a transition period. Some of our summer visitors are about to head south, while year-round residents...

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Outsmarting Squirrels: Keep Your Wild Bird Seed for Your Birds

July 10, 2025

Outsmarting Squirrels: Protect Your Bird Seed While we appreciate all backyard wildlife, our main mission is to support wild birds, the people who love them, and help manage the challenges...

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Why Our Birdseed Makes All the Difference

July 10, 2025

At the Los Gatos Birdwatcher, we know wild birds—and we know what they won’t eat. That’s why bird lovers across the South Bay trust us for the freshest, filler-free bird...

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How to Attract Birds to Your Yard with Birdbaths

July 1, 2025

Make a Splash: Attract Birds to Your Yard with Birdbaths If you’re trying to create a bird-friendly garden and enjoy seeing bird activity outside your window, adding a water source...

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Gardening for Wildlife

May 13, 2025

Gardening for Wildlife 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...

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Cranes and Conservation: What You Might Not Know about Sandhill Cranes in California

January 2, 2026

Each autumn, as the seasons change and the snow starts to fall in the far north, a trumpet-like call can...

The Complete History of the Christmas Bird Count

December 1, 2025

From Shotguns to Spotting Scopes: Dec 14, 2025 –Jan 5, 2026. Did you know the most important bird census in the...

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

November 10, 2025

Owls, Bats, Moths, & Nighthawks of South San Jose In the South Bay, twilight brings out a cast of nocturnal...

Common Mistakes in Fall Bird Feeding And How to Avoid Them

October 30, 2025

Fall Bird Feeding Common Mistakes in Fall Bird Feeding And How to Avoid Them White-crowned Sparrow by Tony WooAs the...

Vasona: A South Bay Birding Gem

August 22, 2025

Vasona: A South Bay Birding Gem Vasona is creek and adjacent riparian habitat, the reservoir, lawns, established trees, fish, and...

Summertime Birdwatching: What’s at your feeder?

August 22, 2025

Summertime Birdwatching: What’s at your feeder? August backyard birdwatching in the South Bay means a transition period. Some of our...

Outsmarting Squirrels: Keep Your Wild Bird Seed for Your Birds

July 10, 2025

Outsmarting Squirrels: Protect Your Bird Seed While we appreciate all backyard wildlife, our main mission is to support wild birds,...

Why Our Birdseed Makes All the Difference

July 10, 2025

At the Los Gatos Birdwatcher, we know wild birds—and we know what they won’t eat. That’s why bird lovers across...

How to Attract Birds to Your Yard with Birdbaths

July 1, 2025

Make a Splash: Attract Birds to Your Yard with Birdbaths If you’re trying to create a bird-friendly garden and enjoy...

Gardening for Wildlife

May 13, 2025

Gardening for Wildlife To create a bird-friendly yard, plant your garden with a bird’s diet in mind, choosing plants that...