Design Your Bird Sanctuary

Answer 5 simple questions to get a customized plan for attracting birds to your space.

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Where are you located?

Northeast

Cold winters, humid summers

Southeast

Mild winters, hot humid summers

Midwest & Great Plains

Continental extremes, four seasons

Southwest Desert

Hot, dry climate with monsoons

California & Coast

Mediterranean climate, mild year-round

Pacific Northwest

Mild, wet winters

Mountain West

High elevation, cold winters, dry

South Florida & Subtropical

Tropical/subtropical, warm year-round

User Manual

Backyard Birding Planner Guide

Transform your backyard into a bird sanctuary with personalized recommendations for feeders, food, and native plants based on your climate, goals, and budget.

1. Select Your Climate Zone

Your region determines which birds and plants thrive in your area.

Start by selecting your climate zone. This is the foundation of all recommendations—different regions have different bird species, native plants, and seasonal considerations. We support 8 major climate zones across North America and beyond.

Available Climate Zones

Northeast (Cold winters)
Southeast (Humid, mild)
Midwest (Continental)
Southwest (Desert, arid)
Pacific Northwest (Rainy)
California (Mediterranean)
Mountain West (High altitude)
Tropical (Year-round warmth)

2. Define Your Goals

Tell us what you want to achieve with your bird-friendly space.

Different goals require different setups. Want to attract hummingbirds? You'll need nectar feeders and tubular flowers. Interested in year-round diversity? We'll recommend a mix of feeders and native plants for all seasons.

Available Goals

Attract Diversity
Maximum species variety with mixed feeders.
Hummingbirds
Nectar feeders + red tubular flowers.
Songbirds
Tube feeders with sunflower and nyjer.

Space Types

Large Yard
Multiple stations, trees, and shrubs.
Small Yard
Compact setup with 1-2 feeders.
Balcony/Patio
Window feeders and container plants.

3. Budget & Experience

Get recommendations that match your investment level and skill.

We tailor recommendations to your budget and experience level. Beginners get simple, low-maintenance suggestions. Experienced birders can explore advanced setups with specialized feeders and native plant gardens.

Starter
Under $50
Basic feeders
Standard
$50-150
Quality setup
Premium
$150+
Full sanctuary

Experience Levels

Beginner: Simple feeders, easy plants. Intermediate: Multiple feeder types, some gardening. Advanced: Native plant gardens, specialized habitats.


4. Your Results

Comprehensive recommendations organized in easy tabs.

After completing the questionnaire, you'll get a personalized plan organized into helpful tabs:

Result Tabs

  • Expected Birds: Species likely to visit based on your setup and region.
  • Feeders: Recommended feeder types with pros, cons, and price ranges.
  • Food: Best seed types, storage tips, and cost estimates.
  • Plants: Native plants that attract birds and provide natural food.
  • Setup Tips: Expert advice for placement and maintenance.
  • Seasonal Calendar: Month-by-month guide for year-round success.

5. Save Your Plan

Your selections are automatically saved for future visits.

Your plan is automatically saved to your browser's local storage. Come back anytime to review your recommendations, update your selections, or generate a new plan. You can also use the shopping list tab to keep track of what you need to buy.

Shopping List Feature

The Shopping List tab compiles all recommended items with estimated costs. Perfect for planning your trip to the garden center or ordering online!

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