Elizabeth Waddington 
Tennessee boasts a fine variety of bird life, including a wide range of ducks that can be seen here. Some ducks are present here all year, while others are only seen during certain periods. Below is a list of some of the ducks in Tennessee, along with some information about when each of them can … Read more
Birds that sing or chirp or call at night are often heard more frequently than they are seen. These birds may often be a delightful reminder of the natural world as you rest indoors. But identifying those nighttime noises is not always all that easy. More birds are nighttime serenaders than you might think. Owls … Read more
Question: Would Birdhouse Feeder Plans Work? I would like to build a gazebo-type wild bird shelter (4-sided) to house both the birds and the bird food. I especially want it in the winter during the really cold and wet, snowy weather (we live in northern Virginia). My question is this: is there a downside to … Read more
Hummingbird feeders filled with a sugar-water solution can be a great addition to a hummingbird-friendly space. These are commonly placed outside only over the warmest months, whereas hummingbirds are present during the summer months alone. Therefore, feeders are often put out during spring to accommodate migrating arrivals and removed a couple of weeks after the … Read more
Feeding wild birds in your backyard over the autumn months isn’t just about making sure your feeders are well stocked. Though this is part of the picture, it’s also very important to make sure that there are natural sources of food on your property that wild birds can take advantage of as the weather begins … Read more
Hummingbirds are such unique and amazing birds that, in North America, you are more likely to have trouble telling the difference between different hummingbird species than you are to confuse hummingbirds with other bird species. What Do Hummingbirds Look Like? Hummingbirds present in North America are relatively small birds that fly and flit quickly around … Read more
It is in the nature of compassionate people to wish to do something to help a bird that has been or appears to be injured – especially if that injury has happened on our properties. But often, if you are worried about an injured bird, it is best to do less rather than more. If … Read more
If you love birds, then no doubt you will be very keen to attract as many feathered friends as possible to your garden. But what should you do to attract avian visitors to your backyard? It’s terribly sad to be a birdwatcher with no birds to watch. But if you’re lucky enough to have a … Read more
Many birds have an amazing capacity to mimic the sounds that they hear around them – even the sounds of the human world. So if you think you hear a car alarm, a fire alarm, or the sound of an alarm clock coming from outside your home, birds might be the source of the cacophony. … Read more
Think about turkeys and many will likely picture the Thanksgiving table. And turkeys are commonly domesticated and reared for meat. But if you live adjacent to a wooded area with a large yard, you might be lucky enough to spot a wild turkey on your property. Turkeys are often very easy to identify, even for … Read more
In New Hampshire, you will find many different ducks – dabbling ducks, sea ducks, and divers. As you will see from the list below, this is a varied group. Some are present in the state year-round, some in winter, and one only in summer. There is also a number of ducks that will be spotted … Read more
Have you seen a parrot where you live? Or a lookalike species? What Are Parrots? Parrots, also known as psittacines, are birds within 92 genera, around 398 species in total, that belong to the order Psittaciformes. Mostly found in subtropical and tropical regions, there are three groups within this order. There are the Psittacoidea (also … Read more
There is no debate: Montana is gorgeous! Home to national parks, state parks, rivers, mountains, grasslands, and prairies, Montana is beloved by tourists and residents alike. The state is full of incredible wild animals and fascinating birds, too! If you find yourself near Montana’s waterways, you’re likely to see a variety of ducks. There are … Read more
Rhode Island may be a state that is small in size, but it is rich in bird life including a wide variety of ducks. Many dabbling, diving, and sea ducks can be seen in this state. We’ve listed 20 species of Ducks in Rhode Island that you are most likely to encounter here below! Mallard … Read more
Hawaii offers unique opportunities for birdwatching that are not available in the other United States. The species found here are often very different from those found on the North American continent. The ducks in Hawaii are an interesting example of the endemic bird populations illustrating the dangers that come to these birds through the introduction … Read more
Alabama boasts plenty of interesting birds, including a variety of ducks. Below, we list some of the ducks that you are likely to encounter in this state and explain when you’ll be able to see them! Mallard Anas platyrhynchos Length: 19.7 – 25.6 in (50 – 65 cm) Weight: 35.3 – 45.9 oz (1000 – … Read more
If you imagine a dinosaur looking like a large reptile, long extinct – put that thought aside. Modern science tells us that dinosaurs are still with us today. All you need to do to see a type of dinosaur today is to look out of your window. Birds are all technically dinosaurs; they are descended … Read more
Indiana is a state that offers some great birdwatching opportunities, and if you are interested in ducks you won’t be disappointed! Happily, there are plenty of ducks that you can see when birdwatching in this state. Below are some of the most common duck species encountered in Indiana, including when you might expect to see … Read more
Illinois is a state where you can see a wide range of different duck species. There are dabbling ducks, diving ducks, and sea ducks to be found here. Some reside in this area year-round, some are seen here in summer, and many more are winter residents. Read on for some detail about some of the … Read more
Mockingbirds are birds that you might spot across the contiguous United States. But are you certain that you can identify a mockingbird correctly? To help you hone your bird identification skills, below, we will take a closer look at mockingbirds, then talk about some other birds that look like mockingbirds and how to tell them … Read more
Hawks comprise a family of birds within the Accipiter genus and another group of birds (called buzzards elsewhere) within the Buteo genus. Understanding what these birds eat can be important – especially if you want to keep pets or smaller garden livestock safe from predation. It can also be an interesting in-road to learning more … Read more
There are many different bird species to see in New Jersey, and ducks are an easy category of birds to overlook. But many ducks can be seen in New Jersey – perhaps more than you might think. Here is a list of some of the species you may encounter when birdwatching in this state, along … Read more
Ducks might not be the first bird you think of when you think about birdwatching in Nevada. But there are actually plenty of ducks that can be encountered in this state. Mallard Anas platyrhynchos Length: 19.7 – 25.6 in (50 – 65 cm) Weight: 35.3 – 45.9 oz (1000 – 1300 g) Wingspan: 32.3 – … Read more
Fascinating to some and considered a pest by others, starlings are birds that polarize opinion. While starlings can look beautiful to some and create a truly wonderful wildlife spectacle when they gather together in large numbers and sweep across the skies in astonishing murmurations, for others, they can be a horticultural or agricultural pest. But … Read more
Listening to birds is, of course, just as important in bird identification as watching them. Often, we may not see the birds we hear, which can open up the possibility of learning more about the many different bird species with whom you share your garden. At night, hearing owls can help us identify the species … Read more
Ducks are a fascinating group of birds, and those looking to spot them in Mississippi will certainly not be disappointed. There are many duck species present in this state. We’ve listed some of the most popular species of ducks in Mississippi that you are likely to see below, with information on when you might spot … Read more
If you have an interest in ducks then you will be very glad to hear that Georgia is a state that welcomes many different duck species each year. There are many different types of ducks frequenting this southern state. Some are present year-round, and some are more likely to be seen at a specific time … Read more
Ohio is a state where you can see many different birds. Ducks might easily be overlooked, but learning more about the different ducks in your area can be a fascinating way to expand your knowledge of the natural world. To help you start your forays into the world of ducks, here are some of the … Read more
If you live near the coast and are new to birdwatching, you may be inclined to think that every seabird that you see is a seagull. Gulls are not one bird species, but a wide range of different species, and other birds found in similar locations are not actually gulls at all. This article will … Read more
New York state has numerous bird species to see. When it comes to waterfowl, ducks are an important group, and there are fortunately many to see in this state – perhaps more than you might have imagined. So, to help you begin to explore the ducks you might encounter in New York, here are some … Read more