How Birds Survive Winter, and What Your Feeder Adds
Fluffing, shivering, fat and a deliberate overnight chill keep a chickadee alive. What the long-running Wisconsin studies say your feeder adds on top.
BirdingPath Editorial7 min·September 27, 2026
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Showing 4 posts tagged #winter-birding
Best Bird Feeders for Winter: Dry Seed, Big Capacity, No Squirrels
Winter feeders have four jobs: keep seed dry, carry birds through a cold snap, beat squirrels and come apart for washing. Six feeders ranked on exactly that.
BirdingPath Editorial7 min·September 27, 2026
Heated Bird Baths: Do You Actually Need One?
In freezing climates, open water is one of winter's scarcest resources, so a heated bath becomes a magnet when everything else locks up. In mild regions, skip it.
BirdingPath Editorial4 min·July 19, 2026
How to Join a Christmas Bird Count (Beginners Welcome)
You do not need to be an expert to join a Christmas Bird Count. Find your local circle, email the compiler, and you'll be paired with a seasoned birder.
BirdingPath Editorial5 min·July 19, 2026