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7 Fascinating Facts About Great Blue Herons

Spotting a regal, statuesque heron is always a treat. Learn facts about great blue herons.

Birding Basics: Interesting Facts About Cardinals

Add a splash of red to your backyard. Learn facts about northern cardinals, including what...

The Top 10 Cutest Birds in America

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

Waxwing ID Tips: Bohemian Waxwings vs Cedar Waxwings

Know what to look for the next time an elegant waxwing feasts on your berry...

The Most Common Birds Found in North America

Rare birds get a lot of attention these days, but common birds are important, too!...

Meet the Jays: Blue Jays, California Scrub-Jays and Steller’s Jays

Whether you think they're brilliant or bullies, there's plenty to discover about these clever corvids....

6 Unique Birdhouses Birds Will Actually Use

Decorative birdhouses are fun, but not always practical for birds. These unique birdhouses provide safe...

10 Egrets and Herons Found in North America

You probably know a great blue heron when you see it, but what about the...

Do Cardinals Mate for Life?

We asked our birding experts if male and female cardinals mate for life and how...

How to Create Winter Shelter for Birds

Birding experts and readers offer their best tips to create shelter and protect birds from...

How to Attract More Juncos to Your Backyard

Flocks of juncos arrive with cold snowy weather. Learn the best foods to offer at...

Irruption Alert: Look for Evening Grosbeaks at Bird Feeders

Backyard birders should watch for evening grosbeaks in winter 2020. The annual finch forecast also...

Mourning Dove Nests: The Fastest Nest Builders

You'll be amazed at how fast a pair of mourning doves builds a nest. Learn...

The Chickadee Bunch: All About Chickadees

Chickadees are social birds that flock to feeders. To attract and identify chickadees, learn about...

5 Essential Hawk Identification Tips for Birders

Use expert tips and a helpful chart to improve your hawk identification skills. Plus, learn...

What Does a Cardinal’s Call Sound Like?

Northern cardinals are one of the few bird species with both male and female singers....

How to Choose Binoculars: Our Binoculars Buying Guide

Not all binoculars are created equal! Discover our picks for the best binoculars and find...

8 Cool Facts About Dark-Eyed Juncos

Discover fun facts about one of winter's favorite snowbirds: the dark-eyed junco! Learn how long...

House Finches and Purple Finches: How to Tell the Difference

House finches and purple finches look very similar. Birding experts explain how backyard birders can...