Outsmarting Squirrels: Keep Your Wild Bird Seed for Your Birds

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 that come with visitors like squirrels. These tools and tips will help you enjoy birdwatching—without your seed becoming an all-you-can-eat squirrel buffet. If you’ve ever […]

Why Our Birdseed Makes All the Difference

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 seed in Los Gatos. Unlike the big box stores, we get fresh seed deliveries weekly from Volkman Seed, right from California’s Central Valley. Our seed […]

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 […]

Baby Bird Rescue: When to Help & When to Let Nature Be

Baby Bird Rescue: When to Help & When to Let Nature Be Baby Bird Rescue: When to Help & When to Let Nature Be April 24, 2025 Have you ever stumbled upon a tiny baby bird on the ground and wondered, “Should I do something?” You’re not alone! During spring and summer here in California, young birds […]

What You Need to Know About Wild Finch Blend

What You Need to Know About Wild Finch Blend What You Need to Know About Wild Finch Blend April 24, 2025 If you are a bird enthusiast looking to attract colorful finches and other songbirds to your garden, the right birdseed is essential. One of the many seed blends available at the Los Gatos Birdwatcher […]