Attracting Birds

White-Crowned Sparrow and Northern Cardinal
Attracting Birds

Provide food, shelter, and habitat to attract birds to your backyard or property.

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Attracting Hummingbirds

Attract ruby-throated hummingbirds by providing food sources for them in your Missouri yard or garden.

Blue Jay
Backyard Bird FAQs

Browse the most common questions about Missouri's backyard birds.

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Bird Feeding

Select the right feeder types, the right seeds, and the right native plants to attract more birds to your Missouri yard.

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Native Landscaping for Birds

Putting out bird seed is only way to attract birds to your property. Planting native trees, shrubs, grasses, and flowers will also bring them in. 

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Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Birds on Your Property

Ten ways to draw more birds to your property and learn more about them. 

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