
How to Identify and Attract a Brown Creeper
A brown creeper is a camouflage expert—it moves up tree trunks hunting for insects. Learn how to identify these tough-to-spot backyard birds.

How to Identify a Northern Mockingbird
See what a northern mockingbird looks like and where to find them. Plus hear a mockingbird call and learn how...

The Flycatcher Birds: Midair Masters
Meet the birds named for their ability to catch insects on the fly. Keep your eyes peeled for the fabulous...

How to Identify and Attract a Gray Catbird
Listen for the "mewing" call of a gray catbird in summer. These birds love to eat fruit, prefer dense thickets,...

Meet the Thrush Bird Family: Sweet Songbirds
From robins to bluebirds, these shy singers come in several sizes and colors. Know which is which when a thrush...

How to Identify a Red-Eyed Vireo
See red-eyed vireo pictures, and find out how to identify their songs and nests. Plus learn about their range and...

Meet the Adorable Titmouse Bird Tribe
Learn about the super cute titmouse bird family. Discover the five titmouse species that birders can see across the United...

Get to Know the Super Smart Corvid Bird Family
Birds in the corvid family are bold, beautiful and brainy. From jays to ravens, find out where these birds live—and...

Black-billed Magpie: A Perfect Combo of Brains and Beauty
Often viewed as an entertaining clown or mischievous rascal, the black-billed magpie never lacks in personality — and ingenuity.

Meet the Fish Crow: The American Crow’s Coastal Cousin
Learn what fish crows eat, where they live and how to tell the difference between a fish crow and an...

Is the Florida Scrub-Jay Endangered?
You may already know that the Florida scrub-jay is found only in Florida. But are these bright blue corvids at...

Baby Crows Are Much Cuter Than You Think
A baby crow is surprisingly adorable! Learn about these midnight-colored baby birds, including how long they stay in the nest...

Look for a California Scrub-Jay on the West Coast
The raucous call of the bright blue California scrub-jay reflects its mischievous behavior. This western species loves to eat peanuts.

How to Identify a Mountain Bluebird
It’s not hard to see why a mountain bluebird is among the West’s most sought-after birds. Learn what the birds...

Meet 6 Types of Wrens You Should Know
The Southwest is a hotspot for wren diversity. Get to know several types of wrens with big personalities and even...

Bohemian Waxwing vs Cedar Waxwing: ID Tips
Know what to look for the next time a waxwing bird feasts on your berry tree. Learn to ID a...

How to Identify a Cedar Waxwing
Built for gobbling fruit, the cedar waxwing is a are striking, social bird species. Learn how to spot these elegant...

How to Identify a Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher
See pictures of a blue gray gnatcatcher. Plus, find out where these small songbirds live, what they eat, and how...

The Most Musical Songbirds in America
Bird songs are beautiful and melodic. Discover why you should be listening as well as looking for these musical types...

What Does a Carolina Wren Call Sound Like?
Even if you don't see a Carolina wren, you might hear one. Learn what a Carolina wren call sounds like...

How to Identify a Bewick’s Wren
Find out what a Bewick's wren looks like and where you can spot one. Plus find out how to attract...

How to Identify a Cactus Wren
Find out what a cactus wren looks like, what this desert bird eats and where to see one. Also find...

House Wren vs Carolina Wren: ID Challenge
It's easy to get confused when identifying a house wren vs a Carolina wren. Learn what the birds look like,...

Identify and Attract a Carolina Wren
The Carolina wren is common in southeastern woods, where its song is heard even in winter. Learn about their nests...

Attract and Identify a Northern House Wren
The northern house wren is a plain songbird, but its bubbling songs and nonstop activity make this cavity nester a...

All About the American Robin
An American robin, with its bright red breast, is a common backyard bird. Learn what a robin looks like, sounds...

When Will House Wrens Return in Spring?
Do wrens migrate? Although not as flashy as an oriole or hummingbird, many people are excited to see house wrens...

Get to Know the Gravity-Defying Nuthatch Bird Family
Moving headfirst down tree trunks is just one nuthatch bird trait. Find out more about the members of this fun-to-watch...