
Hummingbirds Can See Even MORE Colors Than Humans, According to Researchers
A new study reveals hummingbirds' large eyes see the world in a wider range of brilliant colors than people can...

Endangered California Condors Spotted at Sequoia National Park
The endangered raptors, once extinct in the wild, were seen at the California national park for the first time in...

Bird Mimics and Mimicry: Three Birds to Know
Tune in to the copycat songs of mockingbirds, catbirds and thrashers.


Must-See Hummingbird Videos You Can’t Miss
From nest building to snoring (yes, snoring!), the behavior captured in these hummingbird videos will captivate your bird-loving heart.

Don’t Miss the Latest Snowy Owl Irruption
2018 was another great year for snowy owl sightings. Learn what causes these irruptions and how to take advantage of...

6 Fun Facts About Owls in Pop Culture
Whether it's in video games, TV, or books, these beloved birds are everywhere.

Western Bluebird vs Eastern Bluebird: Which Bluebird Am I Seeing?
Pay attention to where you are birding, and learn how to tell the difference between a western bluebird vs an...

Nene, Hawaii’s State Bird
A close relative of the Canada Goose, the Nene is the rarest of all the state birds and found only...

Muscovy Ducks
Bigger than mallards and unusual in appearance, Muscovy ducks are common in Florida and some cities in the U.S.

Duck Identification: Canvasback vs. Redhead
One of the most common duck identification questions I get is how to tell the difference between a Canvasback and...

Parade of Winter Florida Ducks
Many Florida ducks, like Florida residents, are only here in the winter. Here are a few you might be able...

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 an Eastern Phoebe
Learn what an Eastern phoebe looks like, and what their song sounds like. Find out what these birds eat and...

A Change of Name: Common Gallinule
Chances are good that if you've seen and identified this bird before, you know it as the Common Moorhen (Gallinula...

What is That Black Duck with the White Bill?
The American coot looks like a black duck with a white beak, but it's actually a member of the rail...