Birding Basics

Are bluebirds really symbols of happiness? Discover the many meanings behind bluebird sightings in your backyard.

Keep your feathered friends healthy and happy with clean bird feeders, fresh birdseed and a natural yard free of pesticides.

Connect with nature by participating in the season's most anticipated event: The Great Backyard Bird Count. It's easy to join,...

Whip up DIY suet cakes yourself! It's easy (and cheap!) Learn the do's and don'ts of rendering beef suet for...

Pine siskins are small birds in the finch family that look like sparrows. Learn how to tell the difference between...

Here's how to tell the difference between a junco vs a chickadee, two beloved small songbirds with similar black and...

Learn about Baltimore oriole migration and find out if it is it normal to see a Baltimore oriole visit bird...

Bird beaks have a variety of shapes and purposes. Here are the most common bird beak types to look for...

During the spring and fall migration seasons, you may wonder why do some birds migrate while other birds like cardinals...

We asked our birding experts: Do northern cardinals mate for life? Find out how long cardinals live and stay with...

Nesting birds are rewarding to watch. Get expert tips for on how to attract birds to a birdhouse and learn...

Birds carry seeds off from feeders. But where do they go, and how do they find the food again? Learn...

Picking a bird field guide can be a tough decision. Check out some of the best field guides and bird...

Should you feed wheat to birds? Experts answer reader questions about feeding wheat to birds and attracting birds with seed.

Learn about extinct bird species of North America, including passenger pigeons, seaside sparrows, the ivory-billed woodpecker and great auks.

What foods do bluebirds eat in cold weather during winter? Do all bluebirds migrate? Our bird experts answer your questions.

It's easier than you think to tell the difference between a nuthatch vs a chickadee. Find out what to look...

The votes are in—see if your favorite bird made our list of the cutest birds in America. Then get the...

Discover interesting facts about noteworthy state birds. Learn about the fascinating stories behind these regional feathered symbols.

Let's get back to birding basics. Here's with some helpful tips and etiquette for enjoying bird-watching with others.

You hear about banding of songbirds and raptors, but rarely about hummingbird tracking and banding. It's an extremely specialized activity.

While there are monogamous birds out there, bird mating habits vary by species. Learn which birds mate for life, and...

Our smartest bird species roundup proves that the phrase “bird brain” is a compliment! Learn about intelligent birds and their...

It's easier than you think to tell the difference between a raven vs a crow. Follow these tips for differentiating...

Noticed a mystery bird perched in your backyard trees or eating at a bird feeder? These techniques will help you...

Pesticides can harm birds so here's a better way to get rid of wasp nests in birdhouses without using dangerous...

If you spot a yellow and black bird, you might need some help to identify it. Here are photos of...

Did you spot a small yellow bird in the trees? Look at these photos of yellow birds found across North...

New to birding? Start with the basics. Learn to recognize 15 common backyard birds, and discover ways to attract them...