Birding Basics

Meet the heroes who gladly answer the call to care for wildlife.

One big challenge when people start birding is to know what they really need to look for when they identifying...

Walk this way and learn why feet are as important as feathers.

Solve bird ID mysteries with the help of Cornell Lab of Ornithology's app.

Many camouflaged birds blend in with the background for their own survival—but you can spot them with the birding basics...

Check out my top 5 interesting facts about Little Blue Herons!

Headed to the beach to check out the shore birds? Get birding tips to make the most of your time...

Did you know that simply hearing a bird counts as an ID? For visually impaired people who are beginning birding,...

Don’t underestimate the ability of birds to work as a team for survival, nest building and feeding.

From regional dialects to mimicry, the world of bird songs is fascinating.

Brilliantly colored bird feathers serve many purposes. Learn how bird plumage protects and helps wild birds.

Too busy for birdwatching during the week? Try these tips to make the most of your weekend birding.

Get children to love birding, and those young birders become lifelong nature lovers.

Birding with a friend is twice as nice! Gather your girlfriends and check out our guide to the best “chick”...

Want to find bird migration hotspots and see lots of migrating birds? Check out the four top North American bird...

Bird banding helps scientists understand behavior like bird migration. Learn about the process and how to report a banded bird.

A Shiny Solution to Deter Birds From Fruit Trees

One way to prevent birds from hitting glass is to place a picture or silhouette on the window. Try this...