Popular Mechanics How to Charm a Bird: Create a Backyard Haven with Birdhouses, Baths & Feeders

Petersen, C. J.

ISBN 10: 1588167208 / ISBN 13: 9781588167200

Published by Hearst, 2010

About this Item

A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. There are no stickers on book or rips in dust cover.

Seller Inventory # DU-01-06-02-0392

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Popular Mechanics How to Charm a Bird: Create a Backyard Haven with Birdhouses, Baths & Feeders
• Publisher: Hearst
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1588167208
• ISBN 13: 9781588167200
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

What does it take to get birds of all feathers to flock together in any backyard? These crafty birdhouses, baths, and feeders—presented in a charming retro package, complete with vintage illustrations drawn from the Popular Mechanics archive—will having them flying right over! 

How to Charm a Bird reveals the practical tips and little-known tricks necessary to tempt birds into your yard and garden—a feat that’s actually a little more difficult than it might first appear.  This lovely volume includes chapters on subjects like: 

- Customizing birdhouses and baths to attract particular species

- Attracting birds in the colder months as well as spring/summer

- Building feeders that stay safe from predators such as cats or squirrels

About the Author

Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences 9 million curious minds who read the magazine every month. The magazine is renowned for its coverage of breakthroughs in the latest innovations in science and technology as well as how-to stories on digital technology, automotive advances and home improvements.