7 Fascinating Anhinga Bird Facts You Should Know
Dive into these amazing facts about anhinga birds, the sleek, long-necked black birds that hunt (and swim) underwater.
8 Types of Sandpipers That Birders Should Know
Learn about the variety of different sandpipers you're most likely to see the next time you hit the beach or...
Meet the Merganser Ducks: Hooded, Common and Red-Breasted
Get to know the three types of merganser ducks found in the United States: hooded, common, and red-breasted. See how...
How to Identify a Spotted Sandpiper
Keep an eye out near freshwater streams, rivers, and ponds to spot a spotted sandpiper. Plus, learn why they've been...
How to Identify a Sanderling
An energetic sanderling running along the beach will warm your bird-loving heart. Here's where to find this small shorebird.
How to Identify an American Avocet
Search for the lovely American avocet along coastlines, lakes, and ponds. Plus, learn about their unique technique when foraging for...
Greater Yellowlegs vs Lesser Yellowlegs: ID Challenge
These long-legged birds look similar but there are subtle differences to look for. Here's how to distinguish a greater vs...
How to Identify a Great Egret
What's that white bird in the swamp? Discover what a great egret eats, where it lives, and how the bird...
How to Identify a Tricolored Heron
Take a closer look at that long-legged heron — it might be a tricolored heron! Here's where to find these...
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...
8 Fascinating Pelican Facts to Know
From their prehistoric past to clever fishing skills, dive into the fascinating world of brown and white pelicans with these...
How to Identify a Snowy Egret
Watch for these elegant birds along coastlines and in swamps. Plus, learn why the snowy egret is a meaningful conservation...
How to Identify a Black-Crowned Night-Heron
Learn what an adult and juvenile black-crowned night-heron looks like. Plus, find out where you can see one of these...
How to Identify a Horned Grebe
Learn what a horned grebe looks like and where you can find this water bird. Get information about their habitat,...
Redhead vs Canvasback: Duck Identification
Grab your binoculars and take a 'quack' at correctly identifying two commonly confused ducks: the redhead vs canvasback.
8 Fascinating Quail Facts You Didn’t Know
Boost your bird knowledge with quail facts. These quirky creatures are more than just cute, crested birds.
How to Identify a Western Cattle Egret
Learn all about the western cattle egret, a bird often found in pastures alongside cows. See what the species looks...
7 Fascinating Facts About Puffins
From how fast they fly to how long they live, learn all about these quirky, big-beaked birds with fun puffin...
6 Fascinating Swan Facts You Should Know
Learn swan facts, including what swans eat, why they're known as a symbol of love and how many types of...
Mallard Duck: Everything You Need to Know
Learn what male and female mallard ducks look like and sound like. Look for mallards on open water; they usually...
How to Identify a Double-Crested Cormorant
Learn what a double-crested cormorant looks like, what the bird eats, and where to find one. Then find out if...
How to Identify a Trumpeter Swan
The well-named trumpeter swan is readily recognizable by its call. Learn where this recovering species can be found.
How to Identify a Green Heron
Find out what a green heron looks like, sounds like and where this wading bird lives, plus learn about its...
Canada Goose: Bird Facts and Identification
Learn what a Canada goose looks like and sounds like, if it's OK to feed Canada geese, and what to...
Meet the Marsh Birds That Live Among the Reeds
Discover seven types of North American marsh birds known for hiding among the lush vegetation of muddy wetlands.
7 Fascinating Wild Turkey Bird Facts You Should Know
Gobble up interesting tidbits about the wild turkey bird, including how fast wild turkeys can fly and if turkeys hold...
Are These Domestic Mallards or Wild Ducks?
If you spotted a duck with unique coloring it might be a domestic mallard. See what the birding experts say...
No Ordinary Duck: Meet the Northern Shoveler
This duck species is easy to identify once you spot its heavy bill. Northern shoveler ducks are dabblers, filter-feeding on...
How to Identify a Common Gallinule
Learn what a common gallinule looks like and where to find this water bird. Plus, find out what name the...
What Is That Black Duck With the White Beak?
The American coot looks like a black duck with a white beak, but it's actually a member of the rail...
