Why Birds Like Hot Pepper Bird Food (and Why Squirrels Hate It)
One of the most common questions we hear in the store is, “Won’t hot pepper bird seed burn the birds’ mouths?” The short answer is: No. Birds can’t taste the heat from hot peppers at all. And that’s exactly why hot pepper–treated bird seed and suet work so well. The Science: Birds vs. Mammals The […]
Cranes and Conservation: What You Might Not Know about Sandhill Cranes in California
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 of the Sandhill Cranes as they arrive by the thousands. These ancient and elegant birds have captured the hearts of bird lovers, especially Lisa Myers, […]
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.
Common Mistakes in Fall Bird Feeding And How to Avoid Them
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.
Vasona: A South Bay Birding Gem
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 benefited from being close to Vasona for the past 30 years. If you’re stopping by the Los Gatos Birdwatcher, be sure to take a short […]