How to Identify a Vermilion Flycatcher
Head south to see this flame-red, desert-dwelling bird. Learn where to find a vermilion flycatcher, and what their song sounds like.
Why Do Birds’ Feet Not Freeze in Winter?
Birdy, it's cold outside. But don't worry. Here's why birds' feet and feathers don't freeze in winter weather.
How to Build an Osprey Nesting Platform
If you want an osprey pair to nest near you, your best bet is to build an osprey platform. Find...
Do Birds Use Birdhouses in the Winter?
Cavity nesting birds may use a birdhouse for winter shelter, but some birds hide out from the freezing cold in...
How to Identify a Solitary Sandpiper
Learn to identify the solitary sandpiper — a migration-season visitor to ponds, streams, and marshes across the United States.
Look for an American Bittern Bird in the Marsh
Keep your eyes peeled to spot the well-camouflaged American bittern — a marsh bird with a bizarre song. Plus, learn...
How to Identify a Townsend’s Solitaire Bird
Get the keys to ID a Townsend's solitaire, a solitary, cheery-singing thrush bird with a sweet tooth for juniper berries.
How to Identify a Mississippi Kite
Look up to find a Mississippi kite soaring overhead, just like flying a kite. Plus, learn where to find this...
How to Identify a Greater Roadrunner Bird
Meep meep! Learn all about the greater roadrunner, including where to find this bird, how fast it can run, and...
21 Gull Pictures That Will Change How You Look at Them
Readers share their favorite gull pictures that will give you a new appreciation for these birds. Just don't call them...
How Do Birds Know When It’s Time to Migrate?
It's one of nature's greatest mysteries: how do birds know the right time to migrate? Here's why migration happens —...
West Nile Virus in Birds: What You Should Know
While bird flu gets a lot of attention, West Nile virus in birds is also worth knowing about — including...
This Is Why Birds Do Not Have Teeth
Learn how birds evolved to rely on their beaks, not teeth, to eat, and how their digestion differs from the...
Discover the Mysterious Lives of Nighthawk Birds
These creatures of contradiction aren’t hawks and aren’t the most active at night, but nighthawks are birds worth knowing
Why Do Canada Geese Fly in a V Formation?
Why do geese fly in a V formation? They have a good reason. Learn how it helps them as they...
What Is Slow Birding and Should You Try It?
Birding is fun — but it can be exhausting, too. Here's how 'slow birding' can help you connect with birds...
16 Most Frequently Mispronounced Bird Names
Some bird names can trip up even experienced birders. See some of the bird names that are commonly mispronounced.
Do Fake Spiderwebs and Halloween Decorations Hurt Birds?
Halloween is often a delight for homeowners — but can decorations such as fake spiderwebs put birds at risk? Here's...
20 Most Commonly Misidentified Bird Species
Never suffer from identification confusion again! Here's how to tell the 20 most commonly confused species apart, including corvids, hawks,...
If You See Moths in Your Birdseed, This Is What to Do
Find out how to get rid of larvae or moths in your birdseed and if the food is still safe...
Dirty Birds: 12 Slightly Inappropriate Bird Names
Bustard. Tit. Dickcissel. Where did the names come from, and are they as dirty as they sound? Here's your guide...
Do Your Birds Need a Heated Hummingbird Feeder?
As the weather turns colder, you may consider trying a heated hummingbird feeder. Find out if you need this product...
Grow Native American Bittersweet for the Birds
Native American bittersweet’s colorful berries will bring plenty of fruit-loving birds to your backyard.
Fact or Fiction: Will Birds Get Sick if They Eat Rice?
You may have heard that feeding birds rice is bad for them and should be avoided. Learn if this is...
Rare Hybrid Blue-Green “Grue” Jay Spotted in Texas
It's a blue jay! It's a green jay! It's a... grue jay? Learn why a hybrid bird spotted in Texas...
7 Reasons Why We Love Fall Birding
Field editors reveal the reasons why they love fall birding just as much (if not more) than birding in other...
Go Owling With Owl Tracker A.J. Berard
Join photographer A.J. Berard as he searches for owls in his Montana hometown, and snag a few owling tricks to...
What “Birds of a Feather” Means and Where the Phrase Came From
We've all heard birds of a feather flock together, but what does it mean and where did the saying come...
Why Birds Love Native Virginia Creeper Vine
Virginia creeper vine could be a good pick for a fence and it benefits birds — but make sure you...
Don’t Overlook Birds of the Forest Understory
Many birds call the forest understory home. The dense forest floor is the perfect setting for many types of birds...
If You See Mold on Your Hummingbird Feeder, This Is What to Do
Mold on hummingbird feeders can make birds sick. Here's how to keep your feeders clean and healthy, and prevent mold...
