Are birds and butterflies attracted to your yard or garden? Like people, birds and butterflies require food, water, and shelter. Like people, they prefer that their food and water be close to where they live. And like people, they favor certain types of homes and certain types of food. If you plant to meet their needs, then they will flock or flutter to your garden. This publication examines the habitat requirements for birds, hummingbirds, and butterflies, and then gives an overview of planning your garden space to accommodate them.