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Yellow "Flock Blocker" held in hand, aims to protect birds from windows. Background shows part of a sign with bird imagery. Mood is informative.

How to use the Flock Blocker Bird Saver Template

Flocking Around is thrilled to announce the launch of our first bird conservation tool, the Flock Blocker! This DIY tool will make window collision prevention accessible to homeowners, building managers, nature centers, renters, and businesses.

Zach (Head Flocker)

3 days ago5 min read

Two small brown, speckled birds perching on a tube-shaped feeder

The best finch feeders of 2025 - Buying thistle, Nyjer, & sunflower feeders for finches

The thistle or Nyjer feeder is a specialist feeder to attract finches. Learn how to shop for thistle and Nyjer feeders, here!

Zach (Head Flocker)

Nov 175 min read

Several orange and grey crossbill birds eating seeds in a brown platform feeder

The best birdseed for attracting birds (2025) - A guide for buying bird food for backyards

Bird food should not be bought haphazardly. Our guide will prevent you from wasting money on unnecessary bird food.

Zach (Head Flocker)

Nov 1410 min read

Three boxes on a table. Each box is a different pastel color and features a bird along with the title “Wingspan”

Wingspan: A review of a fun, bird-themed strategy game

Wingspan is a fun bird-themed game for non-birders and birders alike!

Zach (Head Flocker)

Nov 105 min read

Happy Flocking Holidays - A 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for Bird Nerds

Review the top bird gifts of the 2024 holiday season. And laugh. I definitely hope you laugh.

Zach (Head Flocker)

Nov 78 min read

A chickadees on a clear bird feeder that is attached to a window

Meet the best bird feeders for apartments and windows! - Learn about window and camera bird feeders.

This article is our flocking review of the ease of using window bird feeders for those without green spaces to hang bird feeders.

Flocking Around

Nov 35 min read

A side-by-side comparison of a crow and a raven

American Crow vs Common Raven - A Tale of two corvids

These two corvid species fool a lot of wildlife watchers. Read on to learn some simple tips to identify the Common Raven and American Crow!

Zach (Head Flocker)

Oct 274 min read

A hummingbird with an iridescent teal throat and purple cap

The Best Spotting Scopes (2025) - Buying a Spotting Scope for Birdwatching & Wildlife Viewing

Spotting scopes allow for new opportunities in birdwatching: distant birds. See our favorite scopes from various price ranges!

Flocking Around

Oct 2410 min read

A red-breasted nuthatch on a suet feeder

How to clean your bird feeders - The best methods for cleaning all bird feeders

Clean your feeders to help birds. It is not difficult people!

Flocking Around

Oct 206 min read

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