Birding

Did you know—North American birders can see multiple types of cardinals! But you'll have to travel to check these birds...

Did you see a red-headed woodpecker or a red-bellied woodpecker? Learn how to tell these woodpeckers with a similar name...

Do backyard birds become overly dependent on bird feeders for food? Find out the answer from our birding experts.

Do birds get cold? Some birders worry winter birds will freeze on cold nights or in bird baths. Our expert...

A birdwatcher explains why he loves bird feeding. Plus readers share the touching and entertaining reasons they keep feeders full.

With a little planning and some basic backyard birding tips from our experts you can attract and feed birds—no matter...

Do you think you saw a blue cardinal in your backyard? Find out what's going on and the other types...

Winter, summer, spring or fall, sunny goldfinches always make birders smile! Delight in our roundup of stunning goldfinch pictures.

Backyard birds like cardinals don't always look neat and pretty. Find out if it's normal to see a bird with...

What does it mean when a mourning dove visits you? Find out if seeing or hearing a mourning dove has...

Mourning doves are beloved backyard birds that form lasting bonds with their mates. But just how long is a mourning...

If you've only heard turtledoves mentioned at Christmastime, you may wonder if they even exist. Learn where these birds live...

For much of the country, juncos are a too-cute sign winter is here! Celebrate these snowbirds with our collection of...

Have you ever wondered why you never seem to see a baby pigeon? Find out the reason, and learn more...

Bird feathers are fascinating! Discover the wide variety of functions that feathers serve, including helping birds fly and attract mates.

Need a gorgeous new bird feeder? We did the shopping for you. Hurry—these hot bird feeder deals won't last long,...

Learn to identify a belted kingfisher. See what the male and female look like, find out what the bird eats,...

Learn about the current whooping crane population and kick up more facts about these elegant and endangered birds.

Have you ever noticed how many gifts in 'The 12 Days of Christmas' are birds? Discover fun facts about the...

When it comes to pigeons, is the hate merited? We chatted with an expert about why you should rethink your...

The Southwest is a hotspot for wren diversity. Get to know several types of wrens with big personalities and even...

We share the answers to the most common questions about mourning dove eggs and baby mourning doves, including when they...

Listen to the soothing sound of a mourning dove call. The song is described by some as peaceful or mournful....

It can be frustrating when grackles and other blackbirds wreak havoc on feeders, gobbling up enormous amounts of food and...

A common backyard birding challenge is learning how to ID a Cooper's hawk vs a sharp-shinned hawk. Look closely at...

Our birding experts recommend how and when to clean out birdhouses. Also clean out birdhouses after hosting roosting birds in...

Know what to look for the next time a waxwing bird feasts on your berry tree. Learn to ID a...

What's that whistling noise coming from mourning doves in flight? We explain how mourning dove feathers and wings make a...

Enjoy a collection of photos that capture the beauty of mourning doves in all seasons, including mourning dove nests and...