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A Bird's-Eye View
Some of the wildlife at Reiman Gardens has found a new home in the Stafford Garden. Birdhouses of all shapes, sizes, and colors have been popping up this week and will be on display until October. The variety includes traditional and eclectic creations, made of wood, glass, license plates, and even some sporting school mascots (Go Cyclones!) All of the birdhouses featured in the Gardens are top entries from the Our Iowa magazine challenge. Designs either fit in a “Most Creative” or “Most Unique, Functional Feeder” category.
Birdhouses originated in ancient Turkey as a place of refuge for the animals. They were designed to resemble architecture of that period. The birdhouses on display at Reiman Gardens serve the same purpose, as a home for the birds, although they are a bit more extravagant than their Turkish ancestors. Next time you visit be sure to stop in the Stafford Garden and pick out your favorites!
By Lauren Ehlers
 
Jun 15, 2012 8:37 AM
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