Generally I have a policy of leaving nature to take its course. I am unable to care for baby critters - so if I see one that is by itself or looks a little in need, I may provide it some food or water, but I refuse to bring them indoors or try to 'save' them. This may sound a bit harsh, but you would be surprised how many wildlife babies are …
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Backyard Wildlife Summer 2016
This summer has been full of weird and wonderful backyard wildlife. From a nest of barred owls to frogs to snakes and turtles, I've seen a lot in my garden and backyard. Watching wildlife is one of the things I enjoy so much about my garden and yard. It's why I work hard to create suitable habitat for wildlife. This spring started out …
The Stunning Beauty of a Moth – Moths from My Backyard
There are some absolutely stunning moths out there. I've had a few show up in my house and garden over the years. The sphinx moth, luna moth, and giant leopard spot moth were some of my favorites. National Moth Week is in July each year during the last full week of the month. Take a look outdoors at night around your outdoor lights and see what …
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December Garden Visitors
Our December weather has been unusual this year. It took a long time before our first freeze and then we've had a couple of days here and there that were in the 70's. But, as always, after warm winter weather, a bad storm follows. Because of the bouts of warmer temperatures, I've had some fun visitors to my garden that we wouldn't normally see …
How to Create Gulf Fritillary Butterfly Habitat in Your Garden
Updated Sept. 5, 2025 You can attract Gulf fritillary butterflies to your yard and garden by providing food plants (flowers), caterpillar host plants, water, and shelter for the butterflies. Here are some tips for the plants to include in your garden for Gulf fritillaries. Gulf fritillary butterflies (Dione vanillae -- formerly Agraulis …
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Keep Wildlife Safe This Halloween: The Dangers of Fake Spider Web Decorations for Birds and Bees
I love Halloween! We decorate our yard with spooky decorations, string lights, and even a few inflatables. Our kids pick out the scariest costumes, and we get to see all of the neighborhood kids when they come to the door. If I place our motion-activated decorations in just the right spot, we might even give some of them a good scare. October is …