Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Bird Feeder Animation

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An afternoon at the bird feeder . A HD 3D Daz Studio animation. A simple scene of wildlife gathered around a bird feeder. 

An afternoon at the bird feeder

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Bird Feeder That Captures Images

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The instructable challenges this summer provided a great opportunity to explore cameras and microcontrollers (MCUs)..  We built a bird feeder (aka the birdtweeder) that takes a picture when a bird stops by for some food and sends the photo to Twitter using TwitPic. 

Image Capturing Bird Feeder

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Could This Be The Bird Feeder Of The Future?

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Fascinating look at new technology for bird feeders:

Now, a technology called RFID (radio frequency identification) is automating that vigilance, and yielding more detailed information than scientists ever dreamed possible.

Feeders of the Future

Saturday, June 25, 2011

Listen To The White-rumped Sandpiper

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Listen as Macaulay Library Audio Archivist Martha Fischer describes her experience hearing the song of a White-rumped Sandpiper on its high arctic breeding grounds.

Friday, June 24, 2011

Help Save The Spoon-billed Sandpiper

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In the arctic tundra of eastern Russia, a sparrow-sized shorebird with a one-of-a-kind beak is facing extinction—and a few scientists are doing all they can to save it. In recent years the Spoon-billed Sandpiper's population has dropped by a staggering 25 percent per year. Fewer than 200 pairs now remain.

Finding Help for the Spoon-billed Sandpiper

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Watching The Hummingbird Nest

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This being the breeding season of our feathered friends, I thought it might be of some interest to report the residency of a mother hummingbird nesting not far distant from my northeasterly bedroom window.

Tiny Is As Tidy Does

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Set Up A Backyard Bird Habitat

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For a fun project with kids, make your own bird feeder. Simply take a large pinecone and coat it with a layer of peanut butter then roll in bird seed and hang from a tree in the backyard. Hang bird feeders in front of a window or within sight of a balcony or porch to maximize enjoyment.

Tips will bring enjoyment for you and birds

Monday, June 20, 2011

Add A Source Of Water Near Your Bird Feeder

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With this in mind, create an inviting habitat for feathered friends right in your backyard or on your patio or balcony. It is easier than it seems, and there is no need for a big backyard to do it. Just providing the basic elements birds enjoy will establish your setting as a wildlife habitat. 

Make a splash - how you can attract new birds to your yard this summer

Saturday, June 18, 2011

Test Your Knowledge of Birding

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Check out this fun contest:

It's exam time for students, and a good time to have another quiz.

I had a lot of fun with the last one, again there will be a prize drawn from three categories, 100 per cent, 85-99 per cent and 60-80 per cent. One entry in each group will win a $20-gift certificate.

Test your birding knowledge

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Sunday, June 12, 2011

Homemade Bird Feeder With Popsicle Sticks And Hemp

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I made this bird feeder out of hemp and popsicle sticks. This is how I thank the birds for their beautiful music. 

Bird feeder I made

Documents Lists Bird-Safe Building Guidelines

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"In Minnesota, bird-window collisions are a proven problem. Over 100 species of birds have been documented at just a small number of

buildings being monitored throughout the state. Birds are killed or injured as a result of clear and reflective glass. Artificial lighting also

confounds night-migrating species.

 Fortunately, awareness and preventative actions are emerging. Internationally, Lights Out programs are aiding night migrants in a

growing number of cities. And by incorporating bird-safe building design strategies as part of an integrated sustainable design program,

we can help save countless resident and migratory birds."

 

Bird-Safe Building Guidelines

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Bird Feeder Ordinance Does Not Pass

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 A controversial ordinance that would have required Falls residents to clean up their bird feeders is dead.

Outcry pecks away at bird feeder ordinance

Friday, June 10, 2011

Make A Bird Feeder Using Recycled Cardboard

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A rewarding couple of hours and a great way to get rid of any large unwanted cardboard box. Must have items: Cardboard sheet about 3' x 3', 4 bicycle spokes (with nipples), a tiny washer (about 3/8"), about 2' of thin metal wire. Tools: Box cutter, straight edge, measuring tape / ruler, marker, pliers.

DIY bird feeder from recycled cardboard (rainy day project)

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Make A Bird Feeder Out Of Southern Pine

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Good video if you want to make your own bird feeder

This is a great beginner project for kids and adults. Learn how to make a feeder for your feather friends using pressure-treated southern pine.

Southern Pine Bird Feeder

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Monday, June 6, 2011

The Entrance Men's Shed And Bird Feeders

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President Ian Warburton and secretary Terry Anderson take the group under their wing and help on projects like bird feeders, nesting boxes and bird cages.

Secret men's business a secret no more

Sunday, June 5, 2011

Is There A Bear Proof Bird Feeder?

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Traska said, "We've had bears right here in our backyard...wild bears...and that's the reason I developed this. Because we don't want to see a wild bear pass through. We don't want to see them getting into our bird feed

Man Creates Bear Proof Bird Feeder

Saturday, June 4, 2011

Brooks Elementary Receives Bird Feeder

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"When it comes to environmental protection and sustainability, even little “acts of green” can make a huge difference.

With that message in mind – and in conjunction with the Earth Day Network’s 2011 theme, “A Billion Acts of Green” – Coweta-Fayette EMC recently celebrated Earth Day by donating a bird feeder and seed to Brooks Elementary School."

Brooks Elementary receives bird feeder for 41st Annual Earth Day

Thursday, June 2, 2011

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Bird In The Bird Feeder

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Took some great video today of some birds having a snack from my bird feeder.Hope you enjoy It everyone.

Birds In My Bird Feeder.lol