Female Cowbird: Flying Under the Radar
A female cowbird is a dull looking bird with plain plumage that is easy to miss in the backyard. But there's a really important reason for that.
Bullies or Beauties? All About Grackle Birds
Grackles are large blackbirds that have a reputation as bullies at feeders. There are three types of grackle birds to...
5 Types of Blackbirds You Should Know
Not all birds in the blackbird family are the same. Learn about five types of blackbirds you might see across...
European Starling: Everything You Should Know
European starlings are often scorned by bird-watchers for their aggressive behavior. But there's more to these colorful birds than you...
Summer Tanagers May be Hiding in Plain Sight
Seeing—or hearing—a colorful summer tanager is a red-letter day. Summer tanagers may be bright red—but that doesn’t always make them...
Where to Find Flame-Colored and Hepatic Tanagers
In the summer, birders can spot vibrant hepatic tanagers and flame-colored tanagers in the southwestern states—if you know where to...
Western Tanagers Are Fiery, Eye-Catching Fliers
During migration, flocks of western tanagers pass through valleys, plains, and foothills. Learn what the males and females look like...
8 Surprising Facts About Tanagers
Take a peek into the vibrant world of North American tanagers. Learn about tanagers' nests, plumage and their favorite foods.
How to Identify Bullock’s Orioles
In the West, oranges and sugar water will attract the Bullock’s oriole to your yard. Learn what the males and...
How to Identify Baltimore Oriole Birds
This orange bird is a welcome visitor in the spring and summer in the eastern half of the country. Learn...
4 Vibrant Tanager Bird Species to Know
Learn about the four types of tanager birds you might see in North America. Discover how to identify tanagers and...
How to Identify Orchard Orioles
Attract nectar-loving orchard orioles to your backyard with sweet treats. Learn their range, favorite foods, and what the male and...
7 Surprising Baltimore Oriole Facts
Learn surprising Baltimore oriole facts about one of spring's most gorgeous bird species, including why these birds aren't actually orioles...
8 Types of Orioles to Look for in North America
Eye-catching orioles come decked out in orange and yellow feathers. Get to know the types of orioles in North America...