Who doesn’t love owls? Whether you’re a birder or not, you’re sure to find something you love in this selection of owl shirts.
Birding Basics
Thinking of taking up birding as a hobby? These birding basics and tips on birding for beginners will get you started.
10 Owl Shirts Every Bird Fan Should Own
Who doesn't love owls? Whether you're a birder or not, you're sure to find something you love in this selection of owl shirts. Read more >
The 8 Oriole Species You Should Know
Get to know each member of this colorful clan.
Birding Gadgets and Gear You Never Knew You Needed
Go beyond binoculars and field guides and ramp up your game with the coolest new birding gear and gadgets.
Migratory Birds Hotspots for Spring
Bright colors, fluttering wings… spring means birds are on the move! Head to these migratory bird hotspots to see them in all their glory.
Laugh and Learn With the Nature Art of Rosemary Mosco
Who says learning can’t be fun? Rosemary Mosco’s delightful nature art will capture your heart in “Birding Is My Favorite Video Game.”
Backyard Citizen Science for Nature Lovers
Count birds, report caterpillars, plan a habitat… there’s something for every nature lover to enjoy with these backyard citizen science projects.
Get Started with Birdhouses
Create safe and cozy spaces for birds to raise their families.
Where Should I Place the Bluebird Nest Box? // Ask the Bird Experts
The bird experts answer your questions about attracting bluebirds, disappearing goldfinches, and more!
15 Common Backyard Birds to Know
New to birding? Learn to recognize 15 common backyard birds, and discover ways to attract them to your yard.
Are Pileated Woodpeckers Common at Feeders? // Ask the Bird Experts
The bird experts answer your questions about pileated woodpeckers, storing birdseed, identify mystery birds, and more!
Baking the Bird Cookies of North America
Would you try baking detailed and accurate bird cookies of every species in the field guide? Sarah MacLean is taking on the challenge.
Bird Mimics and Mimicry: Three Birds to Know
Tune in to the copycat songs of mockingbirds, catbirds and thrashers.
Where Do Birds Sleep At Night? // Ask the Bird Experts
Our bird experts answer your questions about where birds sleep, spotting uncommon birds in winter, and more!
Month-by-Month Birding Resolutions
You’ll have your own “big year” when you make these birding resolutions your goal!
5 Birding Apps to Give Your Skills a Boost
Turn your smartphone into your best and most-used birding resource with these handy apps. Our…
8 Best Books About Birds in 2017
We’ve rounded up our favorite reads to share with you! Check out our best-loved books about birds over the last year.
Bird Irruption: A Sudden Surge of Birds
Hungry, nomadic birds from the far north may make an unexpected stop this winter.
Ask the Bird Experts: Do Birds Get Dependent on Feeders?
Our bird experts answer your questions about bird feeders, attracting robins in winter, and more!
Ask the Bird Experts: What Type of Peanut Butter is OK for Birds?
Our bird experts explain what kind of peanut butter to feed birds, how to create winter thickets, and more!
Ask the Bird Experts: Do Cardinals Mate for Life?
Our bird experts answer your questions about cardinals, cedar waxwings and birdbaths.
Ask the Bird Experts: What Do Bluebirds Eat in Winter?
Our bird experts share explain what bluebirds eat in winter, identify a mystery bird, and more!
Ask the Bird Experts: How Do I Stop Sugar-Water From Freezing in Winter?
Our bird experts share how to keep sugar-water from freezing, identify a mystery bird, and more!
Ask the Bird Experts: Do Birds Dislike Wheat?
Our bird experts address how to attract birds back to your feeders, if birds dislike wheat, and more!
All About Red-Bellied Woodpeckers
Meet the woodpecker with a puzzling moniker and a big appetite for suet.
Molting: Why Birds Molt and How to Spot It
Now you see them, now you don’t! Discover why birds change color in the fall and how to identify them.
Spot the Owl in Your Backyard
Be a bird sleuth and discover who’s flying through the neighborhood.
13 Questions About Hummingbird Feeders Answered by the Pros
Get the answers to everything you’ve ever wondered about your backyard hummingbird feeders.
Meet the Jays: Blue Jays, Steller’s Jays, and Western Scrub-Jays
Whether you think they’re brilliant, bullies or both, there’s plenty to discover about these clever corvids.
These Wildlife Rehab Centers are Doing Amazing Work for Birds and Other Wild Animals
Meet the heroes who gladly answer the call to care for wildlife.
Meet the Best Bird Dads Around
A tip of the hat to the hardest-working feathered fathers out there!
How Bird Feet Work
Walk this way and learn why feet are as important as feathers.
Hummingbird FAQs
Expert answers to the most common questions about these tricky-to-attract birds.
5 Ways to Create a Bird-Safe Backyard
Keep your feathered friends healthy with clean feeders, fresh birdseed and a natural yard.
Meet the Towhees: The Birds Scratching Up a Storm in your Backyard
That noise under your shrubs is a shy towhee in search of its next meal.
All About Albinism in Birds
The answers behind the mysterious white-feathered bird in your backyard are revealed.
The Basics of Bird Beaks
A bird’s beak is the most important resource it has, and every species has one…
Meet Merlin: the Must-Have Bird ID App
Solve bird ID mysteries with the help of Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s app.
Decoding Mixed Winter Flock Behavior
Discover why some birds travel with other species during the winter months and get the birding basics to spotting mixed flock behavior for yourself.
Love is in the Air: Bird Courtship Rituals
When it comes to courtship, birds pull out all the stops, using elaborate displays to attract a potential mate and outdo the competition. Each species tackles this very important task differently. Here are some courtly behaviors to look for this spring.
How to Deal with Bully Birds at Your Feeders
Free up your backyard feeders for your favorite songbirds by learning how to discourage bully birds.
Bird Migration Secrets Revealed
When we were kids we all learned that birds fly south for winter. Even though…
Bird Watching: Sunset Birds
Don’t stop bird-watching when the sun goes down. For some species, things are just getting started.
How to Identify Mystery Birds
Use these techniques when a puzzling bird flies past.
Hummingbird Sugar Water 101
Make this the year you attract hummingbirds (or increase their
traffic) in your yard.
The Many Sounds of Hummingbirds
Learn what you should be listening for this summer.
Bird Watching by Habitat
Learn the birding basics to why understanding specific habitats can help you identify the birds that live there.
10 Bird-Friendly Cities
These birding hotspots fly high when it comes to preserving and protecting urban habitat.
See the Best Birding Sites…From Your Car
Don’t try birding while driving—but you can always experience one of these popular birding sites from the comfort of the passenger seat.
How to Enjoy Nature on Your Vacation
You don’t have to be a hard-core adventurer to appreciate the great outdoors. We’ll show you how to enjoy nature with these helpful tips.
Birding Basics: 10 Binocular Favorites
Before you hit the road to go bird-watching, make sure you’ve got a great pair of bins. Our editors help narrow down the search with ten of our favorites.
