Look for a Red-Naped Sapsucker in the Rocky Mountains
Learn what a red-naped sapsucker looks like, and find out where to go to add this member of the woodpecker family to your life list.
How to Identify a Rare Red-Cockaded Woodpecker
If you've spotted an unusual woodpecker in a southeastern pine forest, it might just be a red-cockaded woodpecker! Learn more...
Look for the Gila Woodpecker in the Desert
Combining beauty, personality and a critical role in the desert ecosystem, Gila woodpeckers are fascinating birds to attract to the...
All About the White-Headed Woodpecker
Learn what a white-headed woodpecker looks like and where to spot this species. Also find out how you can attract...
How to Identify a Black-Backed Woodpecker
If you live in the Northwest near a recently burned forest, you might see a black-backed woodpecker. Learn how to...
Red-Headed Woodpeckers: Redheads of the Bird World
Learn more about the red-headed woodpecker. Find out what the male, female and juvenile birds look like, what they eat,...
Meet the Gorgeous Golden-Fronted Woodpecker
At first glance you might think a golden-fronted woodpecker is a red-bellied. Here's what makes this woodpecker unique—and where to...
Downy vs Hairy Woodpecker: How to Tell the Difference
These black and white woodpecker species look quite similar. Compare a downy vs hairy woodpecker with expert identification tips.
Look for the Nuttall’s Woodpecker in California
Head to the Golden State to see these birds. Find out what a Nuttall's woodpecker looks like, what they eat...
How to Identify a Red-Breasted Sapsucker
If you're seeing rows of holes on trees, they might be from a red-breasted sapsucker! Learn what the birds look...
How to Identify a Ladder-Backed Woodpecker
Meet the ladder-backed woodpecker. This delightful bird makes its home in the harsh conditions of southwestern deserts.
13 Types of Woodpeckers Birders Should Know
Readers share pictures of woodpeckers that show the beauty of these amazing birds. Look for these types of woodpeckers across...
Sapsucker Birds: Woodpeckers With a Sweet Tooth
Meet the sapsuckers, tree sap eating members of the woodpecker family. Learn what to do if a sapsucker bird damages...
Northern Flicker: Unique, Beautiful Woodpeckers
Whether a northern flicker is gobbling ants on the ground or climbing a tree trunk, this bird's stunning field marks...
Get Ready for Red-Winged Blackbird Season
Get facts about the red-winged blackbird, a black bird with red and yellow wings that returns to backyards in spring....
How to Identify and Attract a Pinyon Jay
Swoop into the unique world of the pinyon jay! Discover what the birds eat, where they live, and what makes...
Red-Headed vs Red-Bellied Woodpecker: What’s the Difference?
Did you see a red-headed woodpecker or a red-bellied woodpecker? Learn how to tell these woodpeckers with a similar name...
Mourning Dove vs Pigeon: What’s the Difference?
The pigeon and mourning dove are from the same family, but these stout, short-beaked birds are different in both subtle...
Mourning Dove Lifespan: How Long Do Doves Live?
Mourning doves are beloved backyard birds that form lasting bonds with their mates. But just how long is a mourning...
Is a Turtledove a Real Type of Bird?
If you've only heard turtledoves mentioned at Christmastime, you may wonder if they even exist. Learn where these birds live...
Here’s Why Pigeons Are the Most Misunderstood Birds
When it comes to pigeons, is the hate merited? We chatted with an expert about why you should rethink your...
13 Fascinating Mourning Dove Facts
Mournings doves are common in backyards across America. Learn interesting facts you should know about the beautiful mourning dove.
You Won’t Believe How Fast Mourning Doves Build Nests
You'll be amazed at how fast a pair of mourning doves builds a nest! Learn when you might spot a mourning...
All About Mourning Dove Eggs and Baby Mourning Doves
We share the answers to the most common questions about mourning dove eggs and baby mourning doves, including when they...
What Does a Mourning Dove Call Sound Like?
Listen to the soothing sound of a mourning dove call. The song is described by some as peaceful or mournful....
How to Identify a White-Winged Dove
Learn more about the white-winged dove, including what the bird looks like, what it eats, and where you can find...
Learn to Identify a Eurasian Collared-Dove
Look for the Eurasian collared-dove at bird feeders in central, western and southern states. Learn what these birds look like...
25 Breathtaking Mourning Dove Pictures
Enjoy a collection of photos that capture the beauty of mourning doves in all seasons, including mourning dove nests and...
Ivory-Billed Woodpecker Vs Pileated Woodpecker: Are They Related?
Birders may compare an ivory-billed woodpecker vs a pileated woodpecker, as they share many traits. Experts weigh in on any...
Acorn Woodpeckers Are the Ultimate Stockpilers
Tap into what makes the quirky, clownish acorn woodpecker so unique. Acorn woodpeckers live in large groups and hoard thousands...
Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker: A Woodpecker by Another Name
Don't let the moniker fool you. Yellow-bellied sapsuckers are full-fledged members of the woodpecker family with a one-of-a-kind way of...
