Medium-sized land birds

From the pileated woodpecker to the northern flicker, medium-sized birds can be spotted across North America. Learn how to spot them in your area with our helpful species profiles.

Learn to Identify Eurasian Collared Doves

Look for Eurasian collared doves at backyard bird feeders across the central and southern United States.

7 Surprising Facts About Red-Winged Blackbirds

Get to know these scarlet-spotted fliers.

How to Tell the Difference Between Downy and Hairy Woodpeckers

Figure out which woodpecker is which with these expert tips.

Birding Basics of Bad Rep Birds

Rethink your stance on these traditional “bad birds” with some birding basics from our expert.

Red-Headed Woodpecker

The Red-Headed Woodpecker has several colorful nicknames, including flag bird, jelly coat, patriotic bird and...

Red-Bellied Woodpecker

The name Red-Bellied Woodpecker is misleading, for the red patch on its belly is rather...

Pileated Woodpecker

As big as a crow, the pileated woodpecker is the largest member of the woodpecker...

Northern Flicker

This unusual woodpecker is often seen on the ground, searching for ants and licking them...

Mourning Dove

A gentle and entertaining nester, the Mourning Dove raises as many as five broods each...

Hairy Woodpecker

Almost identical to the Downy Woodpecker, the Hairy Woodpecker is larger in size and has...

Downy Woodpecker

Frequent backyard visitors, Downy Woodpeckers may form pairs very early in the season, tapping out...