Keeping squirrels out of your bird feeders or gardens can seem like a losing battle—and it probably is. (Psst—here are the best squirrel-proof bird feeders!) Urban tree squirrels live and look for ...

Squirrels are adorable, no one will disagree on this. Like many people, you've probably imagined reenacting your own Snow White moment, befriending the wildlife in your backyard, and embracing them ...

As temperatures drop, squirrels will seek warmth and shelter in garden sheds — and they're not the tidiest houseguests. While you might already know gardener-approved tactics to keep pests away or ...

It’s winter, the snow is falling, you’re cold, and the birds outside your home are chilled – and hungry, too. What should you do for them? First, be aware that feeding wild creatures requires care, ...

Winter weather can be hard on Illinois wildlife, which is why so many folks around here put out feed for birds and animals. That’s a good thing, right? My friend Sissy Blissman, the sweetest person ...