Birding Basics

Are bluebirds really symbols of happiness? Discover the many meanings behind bluebird sightings in your backyard.

Keep your feathered friends healthy and happy with clean bird feeders, fresh birdseed and a natural yard free of pesticides.

Connect with nature by participating in the season's most anticipated event: The Great Backyard Bird Count. It's easy to join,...

Say so long to the store-bought stuff and whip up a fresh batch of suet yourself! It's easy (and cheap!)...

Use expert tips and a helpful chart to improve your hawk identification skills. Plus, learn about the common types of...

Pine siskins are small birds in the finch family that look like sparrows. Learn how to tell the difference between...

Wings, feathers and tails come in many shapes, but they all have a special function: keeping birds in the air.

Northern cardinals are one of the few bird species with both male and female singers. Learn what a cardinal song...

Here's how to tell the difference between a junco vs a chickadee, two beloved small songbirds with similar black and...

Learn about Baltimore oriole migration and find out if it is it normal to see a Baltimore oriole visit bird...

Even the biggest fans of the species might not know that a sighting of the brilliant, jewel-colored hummingbird may have...

Don't worry about your backyard birds during frigid winter weather. Learn how to help them by providing food, water and...

Bird beaks have a variety of shapes and purposes. Here are the most common bird beak types to look for...

During the spring and fall migration seasons, you may wonder why do some birds migrate while other birds like cardinals...

We asked our birding experts: Do northern cardinals mate for life? Find out how long cardinals live and stay with...

Nesting birds are rewarding to watch. Get expert tips for on how to attract birds to a birdhouse and learn...

Learn how to make sugar water for hummingbirds. Get the hummingbird sugar water recipe and ratio to make your own...

Birds carry seeds off from feeders. But where do they go, and how do they find the food again? Learn...

Picking a bird field guide can be a tough decision. Check out some of the best field guides and bird...

Don’t have time for a Big Year of birding? Try a Big Day instead!

Bird watching is more than an enjoyable hobby—find out how it’s also good for your physical and mental health.

Should you feed wheat to birds? Experts answer reader questions about feeding wheat to birds and attracting birds with seed.

Learn about extinct bird species of North America, including passenger pigeons, seaside sparrows, the ivory-billed woodpecker and great auks.

Seeing sick birds at your feeder can be a concern. Learn about common wild bird diseases, and get an update...

What foods do bluebirds eat in cold weather during winter? Do all bluebirds migrate? Our bird experts answer your questions.

It's easier than you think to tell the difference between a nuthatch vs a chickadee. Find out what to look...

The votes are in—see if your favorite bird made our list of the cutest birds in America. Then get the...

Discover interesting facts about noteworthy state birds. Learn about the fascinating stories behind these regional feathered symbols.

Woodpeckers have a unique way to drum up attention. Learn why woodpeckers peck wood, trees and metal and how to...