Rare Birds in Your Backyard

Kelsey Waddell
March 19, 2024

Good morning, bird lovers! As the day unfolds with a chorus of birdsong, we have some truly unique feathered tales to share with you in today’s newsletter.

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Stories Of The Day:

Leucistic Birds: Identifying These Rare Beauties in Your Backyard

As I begin this article on leucistic birds, the first thing I notice is that my spell checker doesn’t recognize the word. Leucism obviously isn’t widely known about, so it’s little wonder that it confuses

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Do Hummingbirds Like Snapdragons: Exploring the Attraction

Snapdragon plants feature bright, beautiful flowers that make them a favorite of backyard gardeners and hummingbirds alike. Popular snapdragons belong to a group of species in the Antirrhinum genus native to Europe. They’re called snapdragons

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Tip Of The Day

If you're looking to attract hummingbirds to your garden this season, consider planting native flowers that bloom in succession. This not only provides a continuous food source but also supports local ecosystems. Flowers like bee balm, columbine, and trumpet vine are excellent choices that can turn your garden into a hummingbird haven.

20 Birds With Purple Heads: An Array of Colorful Wildlife

While all birds are fun to see, there’s something special about seeing a colorful bird outside of the norm, especially those that are red, blue, green, and purple. Purple birds aren’t the most common in

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Quote Of The Day

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No bird soars too high if he soars with his own wings.

- William Blake

Until Next Time…

We hope our newsletter has brought a flutter of joy and curiosity to your daily adventures. Keep your eyes on the skies, and your feeders full, dear birders!

- Wild Bird Scoop Team