15 Common Backyard Birds You Should Know
New to birding? Learn to recognize 15 common backyard birds, and discover ways to attract them to your yard.
Plan a Big Day of Birding to See More Species
Don’t have time for a Big Year of birding? Try a Big Day instead!
A Dose of Nature: Why Birding Will Boost Your Mental Health
Bird watching is more than an enjoyable hobby—find out how it’s also good for your physical and mental health.
Ask the Experts: Do Birds Eat Wheat?
Should you feed wheat to birds? Experts answer reader questions about feeding wheat to birds and attracting birds with seed.
7 Extinct Birds That Should Never Be Forgotten
Learn about extinct bird species of North America, including passenger pigeons, seaside sparrows, the ivory-billed woodpecker and great auks.
The Best Ways to Attract More Birds on a Budget
Save money on your favorite hobby with these tips for attracting birds on a budget. Birds don't need expensive feeders...
Updated Winter Finch Forecast for 2021-22
A biologist reveals his winter finch forecast using wild food crop data. Find out what birds you can expect to...
Wild Bird Diseases Update: Feeding Restrictions Are Lifted
Seeing sick birds at your feeder can be a concern. Learn about common wild bird diseases, and get an update...
Ask the Experts: Do Bluebirds Migrate in Winter?
What foods do bluebirds eat in cold weather during winter? Do all bluebirds migrate? Our bird experts answer your questions.
ID Challenge: Cooper’s Hawk vs Sharp Shinned Hawk
A common backyard birding challenge is learning how to ID a Cooper's hawk vs a sharp-shinned hawk. Look closely at...
Nuthatch vs Chickadee: How to Tell the Difference
It's easier than you think to tell the difference between a nuthatch vs a chickadee. Find out what to look...
The Top 12 Cutest Birds in America
The votes are in—see if your favorite bird made our list of the cutest birds in America. Then get the...
6 Fascinating Facts About State Birds
Discover interesting facts about noteworthy state birds. Learn about the fascinating stories behind these regional feathered symbols.
Why Do Woodpeckers Peck and How to Stop It
Woodpeckers have a unique way to drum up attention. Learn why woodpeckers peck wood, trees and metal and how to...
Are Pileated Woodpeckers Common at Feeders?
The birding experts respond to a backyard birder's question about how to attract the large pileated woodpecker to a feeder.
How Do Woodpeckers Use Their Tongues?
Learn all about a woodpecker tongue and the unique features it has to capture insects. Also find out how a...
Top 10 Do’s and Don’ts of Birding in the Field
Let's get back to birding basics. Here's with some helpful tips and etiquette for enjoying bird-watching with others.
Do Northern Cardinals Mate for Life?
We asked our birding experts: Do northern cardinals mate for life? Find out how cardinals keep their bond through the...
Fascinating Facts About Hummingbird Banding
You hear about banding of songbirds and raptors, but rarely about hummingbird banding. Turns out that it's an extremely specialized...
Funny Things Kids Say About Nature
Birds & Blooms readers share hilarious quotes from their kids and grandkids about birds, butterflies and nature.
Brainy Birds: America’s Smartest Bird Species
Our smartest bird species roundup proves that the phrase “bird brain” is a compliment! Learn about intelligent birds and their...
What Types of Birds Mate for Life?
While there are monogamous birds out there, bird mating habits vary by species. Learn which birds mate for life, and...
Raven vs Crow: How to Tell the Difference
It's easier than you think to tell the difference between a raven vs a crow. Follow these tips for differentiating...
Birding Tips: How to Identify Mystery Birds
Noticed a mystery bird perched in your backyard trees or eating at a bird feeder? These techniques will help you...
Leucistic and Albino Birds: Learn the Difference
White-feathered birds are special. Discover facts about albino birds and leucistic birds and how their unique appearance affects them.
Brown Thrasher: An Elusive, Musical Songbird
Brown thrashers are excellent mimics and sing more than 1,000 tunes. Learn about these elusive songbirds and how to identify...
Get Rid of Wasp Nests in Birdhouses Without Pesticides
Pesticides can harm birds so here's a better way to get rid of wasp nests in birdhouses without using dangerous...
Bird Senses: Can Birds Smell or Taste?
Bird-watchers often wonder can birds smell and can birds taste? Learn more about bird senses and how they use them...
Where Do Birds Sleep At Night?
Unravel the mystery of where birds go to nap and rest after dark. Our bird experts answer your questions about...
8 Yellow and Black Birds You Should Look For
If you spot a yellow and black bird, you might need some help to identify it. Here are photos of...