Birding

Mournings doves are common in backyards across America. Learn interesting facts you should know about the beautiful mourning dove.

Rare birds get a lot of attention from birders, but common birds are important, too! Discover North America’s most abundant...

Why is there a bald bird in my backyard? Is the bird injured or sick? An expert explains why, in...

What's in a blue jay feather? As it turns out, less color than you'd think. We asked an expert to...

These red-crowned finches can be difficult to tell apart. Learn key traits to spot the differences between a redpoll vs...

What was that large bird you just drove past, and why was it sitting on top of a power line?...

Discover the secret life of these formidable predators and dispel some of the biggest owl myths and falsehoods.

You'll be amazed at these white cardinal photos. Also see other leucistic birds, including partially albino hummingbirds, finches and more!

Learn how to distinguish a Cassin’s finch from other finch look-alikes. Find out what these western finches eat and where...

Find out why these raptor bird species, including hawks, owls, falcons and more, are some of the most captivating birds...

Birds approach the challenges of migration in surprising ways. Learn how some birds migrate by walking, swimming or taking the...

When you’re watching for this songbird, look out below. The Eastern towhee spends most of its time on the ground,...

We reveal the 2024 Hummingbird Photo Contest grand prize winner. Learn the story behind the unique hummingbird picture.

Learn what a prothonotary warbler looks like and sounds like and where to find one. Plus learn about their nesting...

Have you ever wondered if birds pee and why bird poop is white? We asked an expert to break down...

From how fast they fly to how long they live, learn all about these quirky, big-beaked birds with fun puffin...

From their tree-climbing abilities to extraordinary hearing, there are plenty of interesting facts to learn about the woodpecker family.

Learn where to look for a robin nest, what robin eggs and baby robins look like, how long it takes...

Get to know the Canada jay. Find out what these curious corvids look like, what the birds eat and where...

These sparrow look-alikes are tricky to tell apart! Learn to tell the difference between a white-throated sparrow vs white-crowned sparrow.

Birders often wonder can birds smell and do birds have taste buds? Discover why some birds can taste and smell—but...

Look for a varied bunting along the southwest border or in Mexico. See photos of the male and female and...

Find out what an American tree sparrow looks like and sounds like. This small bird arrives in much of the...

Once called the rufous-sided towhee, this bird has a new name. Learn what a spotted towhee looks like, sounds like...

From a parliament of owls to a flamboyance of flamingos, discover a variety of fun collective nouns for animals.

Learn what a tufted titmouse looks like. Plus, hear its song and find out how to attract this gray and...

Irruptions bring surprise visitors from the far north to your feeders—an opportunity to witness one of birding’s great mysteries. Here...

What foods do warblers eat? See which types of warblers might visit your bird feeders for suet, mealworms and...

Choose high-energy foods to keep backyard birds well fed during winter. Learn what birds eat in winter so you can...