Birding Basics

Do robins migrate south and come back in spring? Find out where robins go in winter and why you're not...

Knowing a few simple tricks can make it much easier for you to identify birds. Get helpful birding ID tips...

Watching birds brings new excitement every day throughout the year. Get our bird watcher checklists for season by season.

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.

There’s more to bird migration patterns than meets the eye. Learn when and how birds migrate and discover which species...

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,...

Whip up DIY suet cakes yourself! It's easy (and cheap!) Learn the do's and don'ts of rendering beef suet for...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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.

Let's get back to birding basics. Here's with some helpful tips and etiquette for enjoying bird-watching with others.

You hear about banding of songbirds and raptors, but rarely about hummingbird tracking and banding. It's an extremely specialized activity.