EP117: Attracting Birds To The Garden w/ Jake Langeslag

Today's guest is Jake Langeslag, a lifelong bird enthusiast and owner of Aqua Eden, a pond construction company based in Minnesota. Jake shares his wealth of knowledge on birds, discussing his passion for them since childhood, and recounts his encounters and experiences with different bird species.    In this episode, we talk about… Jake's introduction to birdwatching and the birding community Enhancing birdwatching experiences with ponds and water features Jake's journey of building a pond to attract birds and integrating it into his family's life Potential threats to fish in ponds from birds and other predators Bird behavior in different locations and habitats Apps that can help beginners learn about bird calls and identify birds in their area The joy and excitement of birdwatching and encountering various bird species Creating a natural habitat to support birdwatching Respecting and preserving natural habitats for insects and birds The red-headed woodpecker recovery program and the importance of leaving dead trees in the woods for birds   Mentioned   Aqua Eden Website    Aqua Eden Facebook Page    Jake's YouTube Channel   Links to resources:   The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/   You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at: http://helixpondfiltration.com/    TWT Contractor Circle   TWT Contractor Power Circle   And follow his adventures in the pond world at: Instagram  Facebook  TikTok   If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line "Persuasive Pond Design" at: [email protected]