National Wildlife Federation Attracting Birds/Butterflies

Teachs how to create gardens and yards that promote ecological balance

Provide information on natural habitats for a wide variety of wildlife "birds, butterflies, toads, snakes, bats, bees and necessary predators such as spiders, beetles, owls and hawks

In uncomplicated text accompanied by stunning photographs

Suggests native plants that can be used to attract birds and butterflies

Instructions for creating attractive bird feeders and stocking them with food

Building nesting boxes for birds, butterflies and bats, and houses for frogs, toads and salamanders; making and maintaining birdbaths, drinking areas, ponds and wetland habitats

Lists desirable native plants and undesirable exotics, and directs the reader to Web sites where further information is available

The text is brief, but with its 170 color photos, it provides a good starting point for homeowners who want to create attractive natural habitats

The book concludes with instructions for registering wildlife-friendly gardens with the National Wildlife Federation as official Backyard Wildlife Habitat sites