Birding

Robins start singing even before sunrise. Learn what a robin bird song sounds like and when you should listen for...

From outwitting predators to raising a family, speed can boost a bird’s chances of survival. Learn about the fastest bird...

Eastern bluebirds and mountain bluebirds are colorful songbirds that birders love to see. Enjoy these breathtaking pictures of bluebirds.

Looking for a new tree to add to your yard? Grow a majestic Eastern red cedar tree to provide food...

What bird lays blue eggs? What do chickadee eggs look like? Look at photos to help you identify bird eggs...

Learn about cedar waxwing migration and where these colorful birds might show up during the cold weather months.

Learn what time of year when bluebirds nest, what bluebird eggs look like, and how many broods these colorful songbirds...

What is the best bluebird house location? The bird experts answer the question to help birders attract nesting bluebirds.

Be a bluebird champion! Provide a bluebird box and become a volunteer bluebird monitor to help bluebirds survive and thrive.

Prepare for bird nesting season! Learn the materials birds need to build nests, how to protect nesting birds from predators...

Check out Birds & Blooms' 2020 Backyard Photo Contest winner and learn the amazing story behind the stunning winter photo.

As temperatures dip, look no further than your backyard to see how full of life this blustery season truly is!...

Spotting a regal, statuesque great blue heron is always a treat. Learn facts about these birds' nests, calls and more.

Be a bird sleuth and discover who's flying through the neighborhood. Here are the telltale signs you should look for...

You probably know a great blue heron when you see it, but what about the green heron or snowy egret?...

Birding experts and readers offer their best tips to create shelter and protect birds from the snow, wind and cold...

Chickadees are friendly and adorable birds. Check out super cute chickadee pictures captured by backyard birders across America.

Our editors and experts reveal how to buy binoculars. Discover our picks for the best birding binoculars and find out...

Once the weather turns cold, it's time to put out suet for your backyard birds. Follow these proven tips to...

As the weather turns colder, hummingbirds migrate to places where food is plentiful. Find out how far these tiny fliers...

Experts explain if peanut butter is safe for birds to eat at feeders. Plus learn which birds eat peanut butter.

Cheer for these professional football, baseball, basketball and hockey teams with bird mascots!

Admire these spectacular reader photos of owl species found across America, including snowy owls, burrowing owls, barred owls and more.

Attracting hummingbirds in winter is possible in some areas of North America. Learn where to see hummingbirds and how to...

Learn fascinating facts about bird senses and bird behavior from a birding expert, and discover the truth about how and...

When it comes to these beautiful birds, we can’t help but admire them.

By offering food and shelter for birds, these perennial plants, from flowers to large trees, shine at different times of...

It's the time of year when people wonder when to take down hummingbird feeders. But, don't stop feeding hummingbirds yet!

As insects disappear, trees and shrubs produce persistent bite-sized fruits. Watch these winter backyard birds dine on the cold-season feast.