While the coronavirus pandemic spurred many people to head outside in search of birds, for others, smart feeders that snap photos and video of backyard visitors have brought the hobby inside.“It ...

While the coronavirus pandemic spurred many people to head outside in search of birds, for others, smart feeders that snap photos and video of backyard visitors have brought the hobby inside.“It ...

While the coronavirus pandemic spurred many people to head outside in search of birds, for others, smart feeders that snap photos and video of backyard visitors have brought the hobby inside.“It ...

While she grew up with bird feeders, the smart feeders have increased her interest, she said.“I love having the camera, and I see detail that even with my binoculars I’d never seen," she said.

Safflower seeds are more nutritious for birds than sunflower seeds, and they have a thinner shell that's easier for birds to crack and doesn't wind up in unsightly piles under the feeder.

Bird feeder cameras are becoming more and more popular, with new options seeming to pop up regularly. Spending $299 (for the solar roof version) may seem pricey for a bird feeder camera.

At your feeder or a favorite bird-watching spot, you can marvel at the pattern of its tiny feathers, or pay quiet attention to the way the seeds crunch between their little beaks.

While the coronavirus pandemic spurred many people to head outside in search of birds, for others, smart feeders that snap photos and video of backyard visitors have brought the hobby inside.“It ...