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Posted on August 30, 2019August 30, 2019

Will placing a backyard birdbath in the shade versus in the sun make a difference in how quickly bacteria grow?

Only a controlled lab study could establish the types of bacteria growing in a birdbath and the rate with which they increase/decrease depending on the degree of exposure to sunlight (and specific temperatures). However, in a totally unscientific way, i.e., …

Posted on August 30, 2019August 30, 2019

What is the formula for hummingbird food?

The formula for hummingbird nectar is one part of sugar added to four parts of boiling water. Don’t use red food coloring, honey, or artificial sweeteners.

The National Audubon Society recommends hanging feeders in the shade to discourage fermentation and …

Posted on August 30, 2019

What are some physical characteristics of the cottontail rabbit?

There are 13 species of cottontail rabbits (genus Sylvilagus), nine of which are found in various sections of North America north of Mexico. All nine are similar in general appearance and behavior but differ in size, range, and habitat. …

Posted on August 30, 2019August 30, 2019

Are there plans for building bluebird boxes?

There are many free bluebird box plans available on the Internet. You can also contact your local Cooperative Extension Service office and ask if they have plans.

Bluebirds prefer a mixture of open grasslands and scattered trees, so they are …

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