What Is an Egg? A Tiny Miracle of Nature
A Tiny Miracle of Engineering At the Los Gatos Birdwatcher, we spend our time talking with customers about backyard birds, wild bird feeding, and the joy of birdwatching in Los Gatos and beyond. But behind every chickadee, hummingbird, or grosbeak you see at your feeder begins something extraordinary: an egg. A bird’s egg is one […]
Winter Birds: What Am I Seeing in My Yard Right Now?
Yellow-rumped Warbler by Tony Woo Winter here in the South Bay is an exciting time for birdwatching. While some species head south, many others arrive from more northern latitudes and altitudes, joining our year-round residents. Whether you’re watching from your backyard, visiting local open spaces, or strolling through your neighborhood, winter offers plenty of opportunities […]
The Complete History of the Christmas Bird Count
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: Buffle Heads by Tony Woo That’s right, before the 20th century, holiday traditions sometimes included the “Christmas Side Hunt,” where people would head into […]
How to Attract Birds to Your Yard with Birdbaths
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 such as Birdbaths is one of the best ways to support backyard birds—especially in the hotter months.. Seen here these Western Bluebird fledglings are making […]
Gardening for Wildlife
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 what you like too, this creates biodiversity and a dynamic outdoor space to attract the widest variety of birds. Some people use the 70-30 rule […]