This wise and careful book is about two things. First, one small and engaging part of God’s creation, the dusky seaside sparrow. Second, our desire for ‘development,’ for vacation homes without mosquitoes, for ducks to hunt, and even for a trip to the moon. These desires overwhelmed the bird, which is now no more, but thanks to Mark Walters it leaves behind a powerful testimony.” -Bill McKibben, author of The End of Nature The sparrow, like the spotted owl of the Pacific Northwest, was the victim-the innocent bystander-of an intense human struggle between those who advocate growth and jobs at any cost and those who insist that each life form that is endangered be protected. This is the story of how the Endangered Species Act failed a small songbird, the dusky seaside sparrow. The sparrow’s only habitat lay in the path of the Kennedy Space Center, not far from Disney World. Mark Walters’ moving narrative describes how the social and political forces of an era forced irr
Filed under Birding Books by on Nov 10th, 2009. Comment. 
Set up a bat house and give our insect-eating friends a place to live. A single brown bat can consume as many as 600 mosquitoes in an hour! They also feed on other night-flying insect like corn borers and cutworm moths. Made of 3/4 in. thick long-lasting cedar. A bat house is maintenance free and easy to hang on pole or under the eaves of a house or garage (preferably 12-15 feet above the ground). Bats will not interfere with attracting wild birds. U.S.A.
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The Portsmouth Solar Bird Bath Water Fountain is our most popular water fountain for many reasons. First of all it instantly creates a relaxing atmosphere in any garden patio or balcony. Water drains through the basin and recycles in the hidden reservoir for continuous flow. Birds are attracted to the sounds of splashing water and a two-inch bathing depth provides room for them to frolic. This bowl holds about one gallon of water.Moving water does not become stagnant which means the fountain feature makes it less likely that mosquitoes and other pests will be drawn to this bird bath. A two-inch extender tube can be added or removed to increase or decrease the spray height of the water. You can even leave this bird bath outdoors year-round; simply remove the pump and solar panel for storage and insert the included winterizing plate. This pump does have a filter to prevent build-up but we recommend cleaning it every month or two depending on the level of build-up accumulated.The Portsmouth Solar Bird Bath Water Fountain operates in direct sunlight using a solar panel to power a low-voltage water pump. The solar panel must sit in the bowl of the bird bath. This requires no wiring; simply install and enjoy. As it uses the power of the sun there are no operating costs. The two-year warranty guarantees lasting quality. Why wait? Instantly enhance any outdoor setting with the Portsmouth Solar Bird Bath Water Fountain.IMPORTANT! In winter the Solar Bird Bath Water Fountain's pump and panel must be stored in a dry and frost-proof environment. The pump must never be operated dry (out of water). Dry operation permanently damages the pump. Click here for some frequently asked questions about Solar Bird Baths
Filed under Resin Bird Baths by on Aug 31st, 2008.
Features: Biological larvacide. Kills larvae within 24 hours. Kills mosquitoes before they become biting adults. Aqueous suspension for small decorative ponds, fountains, water gardens, and planters.
Filed under Bird Bath Accessories by on Aug 31st, 2008.
Features: 6 month warranty. Prevents mosquitoes from laying eggs. Stops the water from becoming stagnant. Unique agitator action that creates continuous ripples in water. Constant rippling of the water in your bird bath will also attract more birds. Operates silently from two D-cell batteries for up to two months of continuous use. Safe to use with heated bird baths to attract more birds in the winter. Easy to install without wiring or plumbing. Batteries not included. Made in the USA.
Filed under Bird Bath Accessories by on Aug 31st, 2008.
