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Backyard Habitat

Feeders, native plants, mature trees, water, and shelter bring bird behavior into close view.

Backyard Habitat
Photograph from the Long Island Birds collection.

Backyards support birds best when they offer layers: canopy, shrubs, ground cover, water, and a dependable place to shelter. Feeders can complement that structure when they are kept clean and positioned safely.