April is a busy month- especially for the Birds. 

April is an exciting time for bird lovers in Rock County. As temperatures warm and daylight increases, migration picks up and backyard bird activity grows quickly. Many familiar species are returning to southern Wisconsin, while year-round residents become more active as nesting season begins.

Spring Cleaning: Bring in your old feeders laying around and receive 20% off a new feeder- let us help you get those old broken feeders out of your way while sprucing up your yard for the Spring. 

 

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Spring Migration Arrives

April marks the return of many migratory birds to the Janesville area. Keep an eye out for:

Eastern Bluebirds
Tree Swallows
Red-winged Blackbirds
Eastern Phoebes
Sandhill Cranes
Chipping Sparrows
Brown Thrashers

By mid to late April, you may also begin seeing Baltimore Orioles, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, and hummingbirds starting to make their way back through Wisconsin.

For more information about your favorite bird visit: Facts About Your Favorite Bird on our website. 

Nesting Season Begins

Many birds begin scouting nesting locations this month. Bluebirds, chickadees, and wrens may already be investigating nest boxes. This is a great time to:

Clean out nest boxes from last year
Install new bird houses
Add predator guards to nesting boxes
Avoid trimming shrubs where birds may be nesting
Backyard Feeding Picks Up

 

 

Even as natural food becomes more available, feeders remain important during early spring when insects and seeds are still limited.

Offering a variety of foods can attract a wide range of birds:

Sunflower chips and seeds
Suet for woodpeckers and nuthatches
Mealworms for bluebirds -for more information on meal worms and how to care for or feed them click HERE
Fresh nectar for early hummingbirds later in the month
Water is Critical

Fresh water is one of the most important resources you can provide in April. Migrating birds often arrive tired and dehydrated, and a clean bird bath can quickly attract new visitors to your yard.

Enjoy the Spring Bird Show

April is one of the best months to watch birds in Rock County as migration and nesting activity overlap. Your backyard can become an important stopover for traveling birds and a home for those preparing to raise their families.

 

 

Native Plant Month- we want to help celebrate Biodiversity with Gardening for Wildlife

 For more information on Native Plants and resources available visit our page Why Native Plants Matter

Creating a Wildlife-Friendly Backyard

Incorporating native plants into your yard is one of the best ways to support local birds and pollinators. Pairing native plantings with feeders, bird baths, and nesting spaces can turn your backyard into a thriving wildlife habitat.

At Wild Birds Unlimited – Janesville, we’re passionate about helping our community create backyard spaces that support birds and nature. Stop in to learn more about building a bird-friendly yard and attracting wildlife throughout the seasons.

 

                                  

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