Backyard Habitat
Providing for the Needs of Wildlife: Food, Water, and Shelter
Wildlife have the same basic life needs as humans: food to eat, water to drink, and shelter for protection and raising young. The idea behind backyard habitats is that your own personal habitat—the space around the place you call home—can also be a healthy home for wildlife. It doesn’t matter how big or small your space is—with a little planning and effort, you can transform your backyard into a haven for wildlife!
Helpful Tips Before You Begin
Start simple: Making gradual changes to your backyard has many benefits: it’s easy on the budget, you get an immediate sense of accomplishment, and you won’t get overwhelmed.
- Use your resources: We built this website for you: refer to it often for helpful tips and techniques throughout the process. For even more information, follow the links—we are here for you.
- Enjoy your creation: Don’t forget to take the time to smell the (native) roses!
Now you’re ready to create your very own backyard habitat—let’s get started! Below are links to more information about three basic life needs of wildlife: food, water, and shelter. Providing one or two of these items is helpful to wildlife, but the most effective backyard habitats provide all three.
Learn more about these basic wildlife needs you can provide in your backyard habitat:
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