J.J. Cardinal's Wild Bird & Nature Store

Our monarch chrysalis hatched! We released him on the swamp milkweed outside the store. Fly free.

Gretchen will be at the Farmers Market in Grand Blanc this Wednesday from 3 to 8. Stop by to see a sampling of her latest and greatest works. She will be doing a doodling demo and you'll be able to see how she makes some of her detailed background collage pieces, too!

Found this fascinating

To Mob or Not to Mob | BirdNote Who’s a danger and who’s not?

Having Your Tail Scared Off | BirdNote A bird’s last line of defense!

Wild Wednesday has gone to the birds! Join us tomorrow between 10AM and 12PM and learn about Crows and Ravens!
Admission is free for Sanctuary members, and standard admission is charged for non-members ($6/adult, $5/student or senior, and $4/child; free for children under the age of 2).

A fun day to explore locally

🎉 Discover the Magic of Your Hometown: Be A Tourist Returns on 810 Day! 🌟

After a five-year hiatus, "Be a Tourist in Your Hometown" is back, bringing the vibrancy of Flint and Genesee County to life! This one-day extravaganza on August 10, 2024 – fondly known as 810 Day – invites you to explore the treasures of your own backyard for just $1.

**Event Highlights:**
- 🎟️ **Affordable Fun:** Tickets available for just $1, purchase in advance or on the day at Brush Park in downtown Flint or FIM Whiting in the Flint Cultural Center.
- 🏙️ **Explore Five Captivating Tours:**
- Leisurely walks
- Enriching historical journeys
- Family-friendly adventures
- Artistic escapades
- Exciting explorations of what's new
- 🚍 **Complimentary Transportation:** Provided by .Flint

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to rediscover your hometown and create unforgettable me

For our monarch lovers....Journey North wants your sightings!

TODAY IS THE DAY!

The Monarch Blitz is here, so get outside this weekend and look for milkweed and monarchs, including eggs and caterpillars. Once you've made an observation, report it to Journey North with as much information as you can.

Last year, Journey North and its partners gathered nearly 4,000 reports from almost 2,000 participants. This year, with your help, we can gather even more data that will help guide monarch conservation.

To report your sightings, visit https://journeynorth.org/sightings

Beautiful new bandanas and bandana rings by Handker Bandanas are now in stock. So many uses and ways to style. Versatile colors and patterns.

See it. Squish It. Report It.

We don’t often recommend squishing bugs, but today is an exception. The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is an invasive species in Michigan that has a penchant for harming fruit crops and trees. They spread by laying their eggs on tree bark or outdoor gear such as lawnmowers, bikes, or cars. These eggs hitch-hike as they are transported long distances, often unbeknownst to the transporter. If you see a spotted lanternfly or their eggs in Michigan, take a picture of it, squish it, and report it at www.Michigan.gov/SpottedLanternfly. Your help can make a difference in stopping this invasive species from spreading!

Image Credit: Saginaw Bay CISMA

It's caterpillar season. They're fascinating....but don't touch this one!

See this colorful, fuzzy caterpillar in Michigan? Don’t touch it It’s no big surprise to see a caterpillar roaming around in Michigan in the summer -- but this particular one is not to be messed with, even though it looks cool.

The creative were in the house yesterday getting messy!

Our July batch of monarchs are here! If you requested the July batch, you should have been called (check voicemail) 🙂

Fun fact!

July Holiday Hours:
July 3rd 10-5
July 4th closed
July 5 and 6th 10-5
July 7th 12-4
Have a safe holiday weekend!

Monarchs are here! If you requested a call, we either spoke with you or left a message. Cup of 3 caterpillars for $10. Don't wait. They go fast.

From our friends at Journey North

It's Pollinator Week!

There are so many reasons to care about pollinators. These important species keep nature in balance and make food production possible. Unfortunately, many of them are in trouble due to habitat loss, pesticide use and other continued threats.

Learn more about the role these species play by visiting https://journeynorth.org/pollintorpatches/resources/article/pivotal-pollinators-small-size-large-impact

We have 2 new books about hummingbirds in stock from Stan Tekila. Perfect for hummingbird season!

Just some beautiful Goldfinch on out store feeder today

New glass chimes perfect for deck and patio season. Sizes, colors and prices vary.

Looking for a unique gift for Dad or a grad in your life? Look no further. We have items you won't anywhere else.

Birders flock to the Capitol to urge lawmakers to pass bills to improve the environment Audubon Great Lakes members held an advocacy day for the first time in Michigan. Wetlands topped the agenda, but was just one item in a list to improve the environment.

Photos from tonight's mixed media class

Crows Can Count Aloud Much Like Toddlers, New Study Finds How smart are corvids? We can count the ways--and so can they.

Copper purification disc for bird baths. $7.99
Copper has been used for ages to disinfect and purify water. Copper alloys are antimicrobial health material via the US-EPA. Besides eliminating bacteria and viruses, Copper has been shown to destroy mold and algae. Add one to your bird bath to help keep the water clean and healthy and make cleaning easier!

SOLD OUT!

Luna moth cocoons now in stock and ready for hatching! $12

SOLD OUT!!

Ladybugs are here. 500 for $20. If you were on our list, you were called last week.

Memorial Day weekend hours:
Friday and Saturday 10-5
Sunday 12-4
Monday, Memorial Day CLOSED
Remembering all of those that made the ultimate sacrifice

Just a funny I came across