So, first #Robin sighting in the yard today. I'll be feeding them some sterilized eggshells and "gummy worms" (dried mealworms soaked in water for 15 minutes) and other goodies. The local worms are scarce because of the temp changes.

What do robins eat?

"Robins feed on insects (especially beetles) and worms. You might notice one following you about as your dig up your garden hoping to nab a few worms as you unearth them.

Robins can also eat fruit, seeds, suet, crushed peanuts, sunflower hearts and raisins. They particularly enjoy mealworms.

Robins are natural ground feeders, so feeding trays are ideal. Make a mixture of bird seed, sunflower hearts and mealworms, sprinkle it out on a tray and wait for the robins to arrive.

As they’re such fans of mealworms, you can give them an extra helping hand by soaking dried mealworms in water, giving the robins some valuable moisture from the food."

Learn more:
https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/blog/2019/12/what-do-robins-eat/

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List of #Woodpeckers in #Maine (With Pictures)

"While the populations of many species have declined, that of woodpeckers has increased steadily in the state. In November 2022, their numbers almost doubled from the previous year. The smallest and most common woodpecker calling the state home is the downy woodpecker, measuring 6.1 inches. On the other hand, the largest is the pileated woodpecker, measuring a whopping 17.5 inches!"

Learn more:
https://www.animalspot.net/woodpeckers-in-us/maine-woodpeckers

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