6 ways birds can benefit your backyard – and boost your wellbeing

Female Ruby Throated hummingbird collection nectar from a wildflower.

For many of us, a backyard isn't complete without birds. Bird feeders, baths and houses are as commonplace in garden centers as any outdoor living staple. 

Watching and listening to the birds is a relaxing and joyful way to pass time. And whilst we watch, birds are hard at work, playing a vital role in balancing the ecosystems of our backyards and neighborhoods.