Bird Species

Purple martins nest in colonies of six to eight pairs or more. Learn what these birds look like, what they...

Even if you don't see a Carolina wren, you might hear one. Learn what a Carolina wren call sounds like...

Find out what a Bewick's wren looks like and where you can spot one. Plus find out how to attract...

Most tanagers are red. But you might be surprised to see a yellow tanager. Find out how to figure out...

Find out what a cactus wren looks like, what these desert birds eat and where to spot them. Also find...

It's easy to get confused when identifying a house wren vs a Carolina wren. Learn what the birds look like,...

The Carolina wren song is common in southeastern woods, where it is heard even in winter. Learn about their nests...

The house wren is a plain looking songbird, but its bubbling songs and nonstop activity make this cavity nester a...

Many consider the American robin's bright red breast a sign of spring. Learn what a robin looks like and where...

Enjoy splendid pictures of warblers, from yellow to black-and-white. Look for these small bright fliers during spring and fall migration.

Attracting a purple finch is easy with the right food, but identifying one can be tricky! Here's how to spot...

Look for a ruby-throated hummingbird in eastern states in summer. See what males and females look like and learn how...

Meet the glossy black colored phainopepla bird. Find out what they eat and learn where you can spot these silky...

Look and listen for a vibrant migrating yellow warbler in spring. Learn what yellow warblers eat and what their nests...

Warblers are colorful and awe-inspiring birds. Of all the types of warbler birds in North America, these deserve special attention.

Learn what a hooded warbler looks like and where to spot one. Plus find out what hooded warblers eat and...

Learn what a cerulean warbler looks like and how to identify this tiny blue bird. Also learn about their range...

Colorful bunting bird species stand out in a crowd. Learn where to find 6 types of buntings and the field...

Do wrens migrate? Although not as flashy as an oriole or hummingbird, many people are excited to see house wrens...

The American goldfinch is one of the last songbirds to breed each summer. Look for these bright, thistle-loving beauties in...

Why is the lesser goldfinch "lesser?" We have the answer, and we have tips for attracting these bright birds to...

Learn all about the cheery Cape May warbler, including what males and females look like and how to attract them...

Learn how to identify and attract a prothonotary warbler. Find out what the males and females look like, and learn...

Learn how to attract and identify a northern parula, a blue and yellow bird in the warbler family. Find out...

Learn what male and female mallard ducks look like and sound like. Look for mallards on open water; they usually...

From sparrows in winter to sweet baby sparrows, these sparrow pictures prove there is much to appreciate about these energetic,...

Birding experts discuss what do hummingbirds eat—and how often they eat it! A hummingbird's diet includes more foods than you...

Think telling sparrows apart is just not worth the effort? Our tips might change your mind. Identify sparrows by habitat,...

Look down! That noise under your shrubs is a shy, ground-feeding towhee in search of its next meal.