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Currently, The Backyard Naturalists have been listened to in 49 states across the US and in more than 30 countries around the world. In all parts of the globe, mosquitoes not only present a pesky nuisance, but a dangerous one as well. In this weeks show, Debbie and Laurie offer a few tips, ideas and suggestions on how to eliminate mosquitoes from your natural habitat in manners that will pose less of a risk to wildlife. Remember, although mosquitoes annoy and pester humans, they’re a food source for not only birds, but bats and other creatures too.

While getting rid of, “skeeters” we want to offer you options that will allow you to continue to have a sustainable wildlife habitat, without increasing the risk of poisoning or harming yourself, neighbors or other creatures.

During this week’s show, Debbie and Laurie talk about the, “Bucket of Doom” from Doug Tallamy. Click here to go to Doug’s YouTube channel and see the video.

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Please visit and support our presenting sponsor, Backyard Birds at http://www.thebirdfoodstore.com/. A mecca for bird lovers and bird watchers, Backyard Birds is an independent family-owned business located in Matthews, NC (next to Dairy Queen), just southeast of Charlotte.

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