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This is what I do.
How to Make #Hummingbird Nectar Audubon's 7 Steps!
August 15, 2024
"To make #HummingbirdNectar following the #Audubon guidelines, you will need to mix a 1:4 ratio of white granulated sugar to water, boil the mixture for 2 minutes, let it cool, and then fill your feeder.
"Hummingbird nectar, also known as sugar water, mimics the natural nectar found in flowers that hummingbirds feed on.
"The #AudubonSocietyβs recipe ensures that the nectar provides the proper nutritional balance for hummingbirds while being easy to prepare at home.
Use a 1:4 ratio of sugar to water (e.g., 1 cup of sugar to 4 cups of water)
Boil the sugar-water mixture for 2 minutes to dissolve the sugar and eliminate any impurities
Allow the nectar to cool before filling your feeder
Do not add any dyes, honey, or artificial sweeteners, as these can be harmful to hummingbirds
When preparing hummingbird nectar, itβs crucial to maintain the 1:4 sugar-to-water ratio as recommended by the Audubon Society.
This ratio ensures that hummingbirds receive the necessary energy to sustain their high metabolism without causing potential health issues.
Regularly clean and refill your feeder, especially during hot weather, to prevent mold and spoilage. Additionally, storing any unused nectar in the refrigerator can help extend its freshness."
Learn more:
https://birdsidea.com/how-to-make-hummingbird-nectar-audubon/#SolarPunkSunday #HummingbirdMigration #SolarPunkSunday #BirdWatching #BirdMigration #FeedingBirds
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π― Woman goes on a feathered scavenger hunt, snapping selfies with every type of hummingbird she can find. Meanwhile, the hummingbirds plot world domination, one sugar rush at a time. ππΈ The Audubon Society politely pretends this is earth-shattering news. π
https://www.audubon.org/magazine/meet-woman-mission-photograph-every-species-of-hummingbird-world #HummingbirdHunt #SelfieAdventure #FeatheredFriends #WorldDomination #AudubonSociety #HackerNews #ngated -
A reminder to be grateful thatβdespite messesβbarn swallows, and other birds, consistently make our home part of their migration route.
"Over the last half-century, North America has lost a third of its birds.
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βEvery year from Nov 1 until Dec 15, the Monterey Peninsula becomes one of the most ideal locations in North America to view an avian passage unique in species and magnitude. The geography of Monterey Bay funnels birds along a specific route over nutrient-rich waters, making Point Pinos an optimal vantage point for spotting birds midstream from extreme northern regions as far as the Arctic."The Seawatch program, run by the Audubon Society and now in its 10th year, was erected with this understanding β orchestrating an annual count of all birds passing by, with an emphasis on two in particular, the Pacific loon and the surf scoter.β
#MontereyCountyNow#MontereyCounty #birds #bird #migration #BirdWatching #AudubonSociety #PacificLoon #SurfScoter #seabirds
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Excerpt from "How to make your yard a friendlier place for #pollinators"
#Pollination doesn't only produce more plants β it also helps make fruits and vegetables larger, more abundant, and even more flavorful.
by Abby Jackson, January 22, 2024
The Cool Down [#US-based publication]How to Support Pollinators in Your Yard
"Plants are the foundation for every living thing on our planet, and without pollination, plants would be unable to reproduce and our food supply would be at risk.
"Here are a few things you can do to support their safety and protect our food resources for years to come:
- Avoid #pesticides, #herbicides, and synthetic #fertilizers as much as possible.
- Choose flowering plants that produce pollen and nectar, that are native to your area, and that support a variety of pollinators. Avoid hybrid plant varieties, as they've been bred specifically for aesthetics and may have unattractive nectar.
- You can use the #NationalWildlifeFederation's #NativePlant finder to discover plants in your area that attract pollinators. The #AudubonSociety has a similar search that identifies native plants in your area that attract birds.
- Follow seasonal changes and diversify your yard with plants that bloom at different times of the year for year-round blooms.
- Remove #InvasivePlants and weeds when possible.
- Provide a hydration station. Birdbaths are hazards for many pollinators because they can easily drown in them and because they are preyed on by other animals. Filling a shallow bowl with pebbles or marbles to a low water level will allow pollinators to drink while sitting on a perch. [I do create "bee baths" with marbles and rocks. I will be very cautious if I decide to provide "bird baths" this summer]
- Provide nesting sides, like a #BeeHouse. [Old logs can be good for some bees]
- Use certain plants strictly as food for the larvae of pollinators to ensure they will have enough energy to grow and frequent your yard. For example, #MonarchCaterpillars [and #TussockMothLarvae] love to eat #milkweed, and #BlackSwallowtailCaterpillars feed on #parsley [I did not know this! I will provide some parsley for their consumption this year!]
"#Rewilding your yard with native plants and #clovers, designating a garden bed to attract pollinators, or even having a pollinator-friendly plant in a pot on your #balcony are other ways you can make your area a friendlier space for pollinators.
"Any action that helps pollinators is a positive action that benefits you and the animals and nature around you."
Read more:
https://www.thecooldown.com/green-home/how-to-make-your-yard-a-friendlier-place-for-pollinators/
#GardeningForPollinators #GardeningForBees #Gardening #SolarPunkSunday -
Diane Wong-Kone, of Lahontan Audubon Society, led a #Jaywalk earlier this week here in the #Reno area, but other Audubon Societies are also heavily involved. #PinyonJay #AudubonSociety
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Local Audubon Societies have been crucial to the success of this Pinyon Jay #CommunityScience project, many of whom have developed their own #PinyonJay programs!
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βπππππππππ πππππβ, elegant NEW artwork, get it at https://buff.ly/3Zw2BHl
#SheliaHuntPhotography #Egret #GreatEgret #GreatWhiteEgret #NorthCarolina #BestoftheTarheelState #BuyIntoArt #BestoftheUSA #audubon #AudubonSociety
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βπππππππππ πππππβ, elegant NEW artwork, get it at https://buff.ly/3Zw2BHl
#SheliaHuntPhotography #Egret #GreatEgret #GreatWhiteEgret #NorthCarolina #BestoftheTarheelState #BuyIntoArt #BestoftheUSA #audubon #AudubonSociety
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βπππππππππ πππππβ, elegant NEW artwork, get it at https://buff.ly/3Zw2BHl
#SheliaHuntPhotography #Egret #GreatEgret #GreatWhiteEgret #NorthCarolina #BestoftheTarheelState #BuyIntoArt #BestoftheUSA #audubon #AudubonSociety
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βπππππππππ πππππβ, elegant NEW artwork, get it at https://buff.ly/3Zw2BHl
#SheliaHuntPhotography #Egret #GreatEgret #GreatWhiteEgret #NorthCarolina #BestoftheTarheelState #BuyIntoArt #BestoftheUSA #audubon #AudubonSociety
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βππππππππ ππππβ captures the vibrant beauty of a Northern Cardinal... Prints and canvas at https://buff.ly/4cb57pe
#SheliaHuntPhotography #BestOfTheUSA #BestOfThe_USA #BuyIntoArt #BestOfTheVolunteerState #Tennessee #cardinal #CardinalBird #Birds #BirdPhotography #NorthernCardinals #AudubonSociety #BuyIntoArt
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Photographer - Pierce Wilber, aka @piercewilberphotos on Instagram - "Our State bird doing its thing in the snow. Once they decide they are done posing for you they are off to the races."
#roadtrip #travel #daytrip #vacation NewMexico #birds #birdwatching #roadrunner #OptOutside #nature #wildlife #naturelovers #landofenchantment #divine_deserts #southwest #getouside #audubonsociety #naturephotography #birdphotography #wildlifeaddicts
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Grey headed gull | Naivasha | Kenya
#nikonphotography #bird_brilliance #birdfreaks #birds_captures #birds_adored #bestbirds #bownaankamal #feather_perfection #sharewildlife #amazing_shots #lakenaivasha #nature_brilliance #featured_wildlife #yourshotphotographer #africa #your_best_birds #audubonsociety #birdsonearth #birdextreme #kings_birds #greyheadedgull #wildlifephotography #nature_perfection #feather_perfection #birds_perfection #planetbirds #best_birds_planet -
Grey headed gull | Naivasha | Kenya
#nikonphotography #bird_brilliance #birdfreaks #birds_captures #birds_adored #bestbirds #bownaankamal #feather_perfection #sharewildlife #amazing_shots #lakenaivasha #nature_brilliance #featured_wildlife #yourshotphotographer #africa #your_best_birds #audubonsociety #birdsonearth #birdextreme #kings_birds #greyheadedgull #wildlifephotography #nature_perfection #feather_perfection #birds_perfection #planetbirds #best_birds_planet -
Grey headed gull | Naivasha | Kenya
#nikonphotography #bird_brilliance #birdfreaks #birds_captures #birds_adored #bestbirds #bownaankamal #feather_perfection #sharewildlife #amazing_shots #lakenaivasha #nature_brilliance #featured_wildlife #yourshotphotographer #africa #your_best_birds #audubonsociety #birdsonearth #birdextreme #kings_birds #greyheadedgull #wildlifephotography #nature_perfection #feather_perfection #birds_perfection #planetbirds #best_birds_planet
