Listen to the Surprising Sound This Owl Makes
Owls are some of our most beloved birds. Their mysterious nature, irresistible charm, and comical expressions make them a favorite … Read more
What Every Urban Birder Needs to Know About Habitat Loss
One of the most heartbreaking things about birding is realizing just how many wild birds we’ve already lost. Over the … Read more
6 Birds with Astonishing Memory Powers You Won’t Believe
With their small brains and seemingly primitive behavior, birds were long regarded as not the smartest of animals. Yet as … Read more
10 Finches in Illinois
The entire state of Illinois is situated in the Interior Plains region, but there’s much more to ‘The Prairie State’ … Read more
10 Things Bird Brains Can Do That Ours Can’t
If you said to most people that some birds are as intelligent as primates and dolphins, they might have trouble … Read more
Leucistic Birds: How to Spot These Rare Backyard Visitors
As I begin this article on leucistic birds, the first thing I notice is that my spell checker doesn’t recognize … Read more
18 Birds With Black Heads
Sometimes when you’re out birdwatching, you’ll see a new bird with a distinctive feature, yet you can’t identify it. Then … Read more
How Hummingbirds Survive Freezing Nights: Torpor and Other Tactics
Spring is on its way, and some migratory birds are already traveling north again. It’ll still be another month or … Read more
Rare Birds You Might Spot in the US
Ask any birdwatcher about their most memorable moments of birdwatching and they’re bound to mention spotting a rare species. Whether … Read more
The Birdhouse Trap: Common Errors You Must Avoid
Spring is just around the corner, which can only mean one thing – it’s time to start putting up birdhouses! … Read more
Birdwatching Gold: Discover the Rarest Birds Hidden Across the US
Ask any birdwatcher about their most memorable moments of birdwatching and they’re bound to mention spotting a rare species. Whether … Read more
Common Seasonal Bird Feeding Mistakes to Avoid
One of our favorite things about bird watching is the changes that come with the seasons. It’s forever exciting to … Read more
Surprising Landscaping No-Nos That Are Scaring Away Your Feathered Friends
All across North America, habitat loss is impacting wild birds. Urbanization, chemical agriculture, and desertification are all taking their toll, … Read more
Nature’s Musicians: The Top 7 Melodious Birds to Listen For in Your Backyard
Each year, the return of spring brings with it a symphony of bird song. Awash with colorful melodies and cheerful … Read more
8 Bird Conservation Success Stories to Restore Your Faith in Humanity
Since 1970, habitat loss, destructive farming practices, and urbanization have caused the loss of around a quarter of North America’s … Read more
No Birds in Your Birdhouses? 9 Things to Try
Getting birds nesting in your birdhouses can be a tricky business! First, you need to buy or build the right … Read more
9 Things Urban Birders Can Do to Protect and Restore Bird Populations
One of the most heartbreaking things about birding is realizing just how many wild birds we’ve already lost. Over the … Read more
Uncovering the Mysteries of Bird Migration: 7 Surprising Facts
Despite enormous scientific breakthroughs, the bird world is still full of riddles – and perhaps none are more persistent than … Read more
Greater Sage-Grouse Breeding Display Video: Must-See Mating Dance
The courtship rituals of birds offer some of the most breathtaking spectacles in the natural world. From the vocal gymnastics of … Read more
Surprising Facts About Bird Intelligence and Cognition
If you said to most people that some birds are as intelligent as primates and dolphins, they might have trouble … Read more
Birdhouses Going Unused in Your Garden? Try This Advice
Getting birds nesting in your birdhouses can be a tricky business! First, you need to buy or build the right … Read more
How Birds Find Their Way: What Migration Patterns Reveal
Despite enormous scientific breakthroughs, the bird world is still full of riddles – and perhaps none are more persistent than … Read more
8 Bird Conservation Success Stories: Heartwarming Tales
Since 1970, habitat loss, destructive farming practices, and urbanization have caused the loss of around a quarter of North America’s … Read more
Oriole Nectar Recipe: Attract Birds Like a Pro
Orioles are some of the most colorful birds on the continent, so it’s hardly surprising that people are looking for … Read more
How Do Hummingbirds Survive the Cold? Winter Secrets Unveiled
Spring is on its way, and some migratory birds are already on their way north again. It’ll still be another … Read more
10 Birdhouse Placement Mistakes Everyone Makes (and How to Avoid Them)
So you’re ready to put up a new birdhouse? Here’s the thing – most people make critical mistakes that leave … Read more
9 Seasonal Bird Feeding Mistakes Everyone Makes (and How to Avoid Them)
One of our favorite things about bird watching is the changes that come with the seasons. It’s forever exciting to … Read more
9 Landscaping Mistakes That Deter Birds (and How to Avoid Them)
All across North America, habitat loss is impacting wild birds. Urbanization, chemical agriculture, and desertification are all taking their toll, … Read more
What Blue Jays Love to Eat: Uncover Their Feeding Secrets
Blue jays are renowned for being clever corvids, ever eager to cease upon their next snack, but which food is … Read more
How to Attract Woodpeckers: Easy Steps for Birders
I can still vividly remember the thrill of watching woodpeckers turning up at our garden peanut feeders as a small … Read more