Growing up in the suburban New York City area, surrounded by beech/oak forest, we sat in a wonderful place to enjoy the seasonal comings and goings of a wide variety of birds. And since my parents ...

A squirrel leaning across from a pole and reaching into a bird feeder - Romaoslo/Getty Images You've spent a small fortune on bird food, dedicated a weekend to DIYing your own backyard bird feeder, ...

Cayenne pepper does irritate and deter squirrels, but it is not the most effective method for keeping them away. The most effective deterrent for squirrels is to take away the things attracting them ...

As a gardener I haven’t experienced squirrels in my yard. My dogs seem to keep them at bay. But I was recently reading through Texas A&M AgriLife publications and found a great article about how large ...

A garden with wildlife and insects is a healthy one, but sometimes certain animals can turn from beneficial creatures into annoying pests. Squirrels usually fall under this category. If you've been ...