Perhaps you went an entire summer without seeing a Baltimore
oriole, Rose-breasted grosbeak, or Purple martin. Early autumn
presents another opportunity to view these striking birds. The
weeks between late August and mid October are your ideal window
for catching a last-chance glimpse of these birds when they
begin migration. You must be prepared, however, to make your
yard a migration stopover. Why are stopover sites necessary?
Likewise, on their springtime trips northward to breeding
grounds, birds depend upon quality stopover sites not only for
survival en route, but also to increase their chances for
successful reproduction once they arrive. What can you do? We
suggest using multiple feeder types, including: seed, suet,
fruit, nectar and even insect feeders. The more types of foods
you offer, obviously, the bigger the pool of birds likely to
visit. Keep them clean and well maintained, so birds do not get
sick after using them. Freshen your supply of seed and other
foods often, checking it also for signs o