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Watch more How to Take Care of a Pet Bird videos: http://www.howcast.com/videos/142284-How-to-Attract-Birds-and-Butterflies-to-Your-Backyard Step 1: Hang a birdhouse Hang a birdhouse in a sheltered area. Step 2: Hang a birdfeeder Hang a birdfeeder and begin feeding birds in the fall. Tip Fill your birdfeeder with different types of seeds, and you’ll notice different types of feathered friends flocking to it. Step 3: Fill a birdbath Fill a shallow birdbath with a couple of inches of water. Tip If you live in cold northern climes, a plug-in heated birdbath is a great comfort to winter birds. Step 4: Keep cats away Keep your kitty out of the garden! Cats and wild birds don’t mix. Did You Know? Butterflies’ sense of taste is in their feet. Step 5: Research Research plants and trees that are native to your area. Some may already be growing on your property. Step 6: Plant for birds To attract birds, plant native plants and trees that produce berries and seeds, such as mulberry, sumac, and evergreen. Step 7: Plant for butterflies To attract butterflies, plant native plants that produce nectar, such as butterfly weed, milkweed, and asters. Tip Avoid using pesticides, which can drive birds and butterflies away. Step 8: Set out rocks Place large, flat rocks in sunny spots. Butterflies are cold-blooded and will come to these to warm up.