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Hit 50 different species in my yard and I'm a bit freaked out
I've been keeping a list of birds that visit my feeder setup for about 2 years now and last week I crossed 50 species total. That just seems like a crazy number for a regular suburban lot with no creek or anything special nearby. What's the highest species count you've recorded in your own yard and how long did it take you?
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jade_lane1921d ago
Bet that number includes a few escapees or released pets @mark_hernandez12 counted wrong.
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mark_hernandez1221d ago
50 species is impressive for a regular suburban yard, but you might be surprised how common that is once you really get going. I'm at 63 species in my own yard over about 3 years, and I don't have any water feature either. The key is to mix up your feeders and add different seed types, plus keep a small brush pile for cover. Warblers love it during migration just as much as cardinals do. Have you tried putting out mealworms or a tiny water dish to attract more diversity?
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