Create Your Dream Bird Garden with Native Plants
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Get your personalized garden plan tailored to your exact location with BirdScape Planner. Features AI-powered recommendations, native plants only, and a bird-attracting focus.
OUR TEAM
Our team of zoologists, wildlife photographers, and bird watching hobbyists is dedicated to helping you learn more about the feathered friends in your backyard.
Liz
An independent educator and writer from Indiana. Liz likes spotting hawks, pileated woodpeckers, hummingbirds, and other wild creatures and enjoys hiking, canoeing, and gardening. Read more
Jacob
A wildlife photographer whose work has been featured in over a dozen different online and print publications. He’s on a personal quest to visit every U.S. national park and see as many wildlife species as possible. Read more
Sophie
A successful Zookeeper and Conservationist, specializing in native New Zealand species. She loves bird watching in native forests and searching for rare frog species. Read more
Sydney
Has a degree in Zoology and environmental studies. Her work experience includes time at Columbus Zoo and working abroad in Australia where she has worked with several native and exotic species. Read more
Noah
A graduate student pursuing a degree in Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. At LUB he builds models on migration and study’s why birds choose the habitats that they do? Read more
Jeff
Jeff has an education in biology and environmental sciences. Jeff grew up on a farm in Virginia that was rich with wildlife. It was here he began learning and developing a passion for birds. Read more
Elizabeth
Sustainability specialist, loves everything nature-related. Elizabeth creates wildlife-wise, eco-friendly designs, and writes about the topics that inspire her! Read more
Stevie
A freelance writer with over a decade of experience. Stevie had the opportunity to help the birds directly, working as a paramedic. Now she enjoys frequent time outdoors, traveling extensively to observe the birds and animals. Read more
Charlie
Charlie has been passionate about birds almost since his very first foot steps outdoors. As a child, he’d read and write about birds obsessively and even began collecting data about different birds’ feeding habits at his bird table while still at elementary school. Read more
Introducing BirdScape Planner
Discover how our new BirdScape Planner can help you design the perfect bird-friendly garden with native plants, tailored specifically to your location and needs. Get started for free and attract more beautiful birds to your backyard!
BIRDS BY TYPE
Woodpeckers, hawks, and hummingbirds – oh my! If you’re looking for more info about a specific type of bird, this is the place to be.
6 Birds with Astonishing Memory Powers You Won’t Believe
Owls In Ohio: All 12 Species In The Buckeye State
Owls in West Virginia: 9 Species To Know
10 Finches in Illinois
Leucistic Birds: How to Spot These Rare Backyard Visitors
18 Birds With Black Heads
Birds By State
The birds that visit from state to state can vary wildly based on a number of factors. We’ll help you figure out what birds to watch for in your home state.
Owls In Ohio: All 12 Species In The Buckeye State
Owls in West Virginia: 9 Species To Know
Birds In Hawaii
10 Finches in Illinois
22 Small Birds in Arkansas
5 Falcons in Nebraska: Appearance, Habits, and Habitats
Birding Tips
From cleaning your bird feeders to deciding what you should (and shouldn’t) feed your backyard visitors, our experts are here to help.
What Every Urban Birder Needs to Know About Habitat Loss
9 Reasons the Birds in Your Yard Go Silent at Exactly the Same Moment (You’ll Notice It Today)
Can Birds Eat Marshmallows? Why They Shouldn’t
Can Birds Eat Arugula? Your Guide to This Healthy Treat
Can Birds Eat Crackers? Here’s Why You Can Skip This Snack
Birdhouse Hole Size Guide: The Right Entrance for Every Backyard Bird
Birding Gear
Discover the latest and greatest in the world of binoculars, video bird feeders, and other essentials to improve your bird watching experience.
12 Binoculars Worth Getting If You’ve Never Owned a Pair (Under $150)
13 Birdbath Upgrades That Make Songbirds Choose Your Yard Over the Neighbor’s
Zeiss TL Pocket 10×25 Review: Performance and Features
9 Flowering Shrubs That Turn a Boring Yard Into a Hummingbird Highway by June
Bird Buddy Review: Our Insightful, In-Depth User’s Guide
20 Fun Bird Feeder Projects to Spark Kids’ Creativity and Curiosity
Wingin’ It
An eclectic array of bird-related content, showcasing our feathered friends in all their diverse glory.
A Woodpecker Feeds Its Baby in This Heartwarming Video
Birdwatching for Beginners: A Handy Guide Full of Great Tips
How to Attract Bluebirds to Your Yard
A Hummingbird Bath Clip That’s Pure Backyard Joy
Watch: This Hummingbird Discovered a Clever Way to Perch-Feed
