Reviewed species plans
Attract the birds
that fit your habitat.
Start with birds that occur locally, then match plants, natural food, water, shelter, and optional feeders to each species. These guides prioritize habitat and safety over guaranteed visits.
Species attraction guides
Bluebirds
Open insect-rich habitat, native berries, safe nest boxes, mealworms, and clean water
Build a responsible plan →Species planNorthern Cardinals
Dense shrub cover paired with fresh seed and berries
Build a responsible plan →Species planAmerican Robins
Pesticide-free ground habitat, fruit, leaf litter, and shallow water
Build a responsible plan →Species planBlue Jays
Native oaks, nuts, sturdy feeding surfaces, and water
Build a responsible plan →Species planAmerican Goldfinches
Standing seed heads, nyjer or sunflower chips, and open garden structure
Build a responsible plan →Species planBlack-capped Chickadees
Insect-rich native trees, cavities, sunflower seed, and winter cover
Build a responsible plan →Species planTufted Titmice
Mature deciduous trees, cavities, sunflower seed, peanuts, and cover
Build a responsible plan →Species planHouse Finches
Clean feeders, dry seed, water, and nearby shrub cover
Build a responsible plan →Species planMourning Doves
Clean ground or platform feeding, open sight lines, native seed plants, and water
Build a responsible plan →Species planDowny Woodpeckers
Native trees, insect habitat, safe dead wood, and carefully maintained suet
Build a responsible plan →Species planRuby-throated Hummingbirds
A sequence of native blooms, tiny insects, perches, and clean nectar
Build a responsible plan →Species planBaltimore Orioles
Deciduous canopy, native flowers, insects, ripe fruit, and clean nectar
Build a responsible plan →Species planKilldeer
Undisturbed open ground and protection for inconspicuous ground nests
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