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Birders

Donkees

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7. I haven't heard a Whip-poor-will since childhood, and it is difficult to maintain a healthy habitat

Reply to littlemissmartypants (Reply #2)

Sun Jan 29, 2023, 08:07 AM

Jan 2023

when surrounded by neighbors who ''fog pesticides'' and use lawn chemicals. The bird population seems to be about 25% of what it was even a decade ago. Still, I maintain about a dozen feeders and about 6-10 hummingbird feeders during peak feeding season. I used to hear owls up until last year, before the old rotting trees nearby were removed.

I know there are predator guards/caps for Bluebird house openings, which might help you. I'm sure the birds will appreciate your labor of love

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Whip-poor-will Presque Isle State Park, PA [View all] Donkees Jan 2023 OP

I hear that song most mornings but haven't heard it lately padah513 Jan 2023 #1

It's been ages since I've heard one and it used to be a nightly occurrence. littlemissmartypants Jan 2023 #2

My guess is, a raccoon pulled out all the bluebird nesting. Lasher Jan 2023 #4

I was wondering if it could be the mockingbird that thinks s/he owns the place. littlemissmartypants Jan 2023 #6

I haven't heard a Whip-poor-will since childhood, and it is difficult to maintain a healthy habitat Donkees Jan 2023 #7

Magic cyclonefence Jan 2023 #3

Used to hear them... 2naSalit Jan 2023 #5