You don’t need to venture into the wilderness to witness incredible bird behavior. Right now, in your own backyard, extraordinary … Read more

You’ve set up a bluebird house with high hopes, but week after week, it sits empty. Meanwhile, other backyard birders … Read more

That flash of brick-red against brown grass is unmistakable. You glance out the window, and there it is—your first robin … Read more

You’ve been watching birds flock to your feeder for weeks, maybe months—and then one day, they’re just gone. It’s frustrating, … Read more

If you’ve noticed bright red cardinals traveling in twos lately, you’re witnessing something special. Those paired birds hopping through your … Read more

You don’t need specialty birdseed blends or expensive equipment to turn your backyard into a bird haven. Some of the … Read more

Spring migration doesn’t start with a grand announcement. It begins quietly, with subtle changes most of us walk right past … Read more

Ever notice your neighbor’s yard buzzing with cardinals, finches, and chickadees while yours stays eerily quiet? You’re not alone. The … Read more

Hummingbirds return to their breeding grounds with remarkable precision, often arriving at the same yards year after year. But they’re … Read more

You hear it again—that rhythmic tapping against your siding or under the eaves. Your first thought? Woodpecker. But before you … Read more

Bird feeders bring incredible joy to our backyards, but they also create conditions where diseases can spread quickly among local … Read more

If you’ve been putting off cleaning your birdhouses, February is calling your name. It’s the perfect window between winter and … Read more

Creating a bird-friendly yard doesn’t require expensive feeders or elaborate landscaping. One of the simplest, most effective strategies is something … Read more

While many bird species change partners each season, some are remarkably devoted—pairing up for years or even a lifetime. These … Read more

That gnarled, leafless tree in your backyard might look like an eyesore, but to birds, it’s prime real estate. Dead … Read more

While snow still blankets parts of the country, some birds are already making their way back from warmer climates. These … Read more

Cardinals are loyal visitors once they find a reliable food source, and the right offerings can turn occasional stops into … Read more

If you’ve been hearing more cardinal songs lately, you’re not imagining things. February marks a noticeable surge in cardinal singing—bright, … Read more

Hummingbirds are drawn to yards that offer native, nectar-rich blooms throughout the season. If you want to create a hummingbird … Read more

Missing the arrival of the first hummingbirds in spring isn’t just disappointing—it can cost you a full season of visitors. … Read more

You hang a beautiful suet feeder, excited to welcome woodpeckers and chickadees to your yard. Instead, you get a noisy … Read more

Have you noticed the same bird showing up in your yard day after day? There’s a good chance it’s not … Read more

Walk into any serious birder’s garage, and you’ll almost always find the same thing: bags of black oil sunflower seeds. … Read more

You’ve invested in quality seed, picked out the perfect feeder, and set everything up with care. So why are all … Read more

One morning your feeders are bustling with cardinals and chickadees. The next week? Total silence. If you’ve noticed your backyard … Read more

Not all feeders are created equal. Some popular designs—often marketed as convenient or decorative—can actually put your backyard birds at … Read more

February is tough on birds. Natural food sources are scarce, temperatures still dip below freezing, and the breeding season is … Read more

When temperatures drop and natural water sources freeze over, backyard birds face a real challenge. A heated rock de-icer offers … Read more

When temperatures plummet and a polar vortex settles in, wild birds burn through calories at an alarming rate just to … Read more

Store-bought suet cakes can cost $2 or more, and they often melt into a greasy mess when temperatures climb. The … Read more