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From helpful bird species profiles to expert tips on attracting birds to your yard – we have all the information you need to start birding.

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All About Painted Buntings

You have to see this prismatic feeder bird to believe it.

12 Tips for Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeders

Let's be honest: there's no such thing as squirrel-proof bird feeders. But you can at...

10 Spring Warblers You Should Know

Go beyond the backyard to see warblers, the bright and colorful stars of spring migration.

Beauty and the Beak: A Bald Eagle Rescue Story

When a bullet took her upper beak, Beauty the bald eagle would have starved. 3D...

Photographing a Phenomenon: The Yellow Northern Cardinal

Professional photographer Jeremy Black tells us about his experiences with the yellow Northern Cardinal, and...

Get Ready for Baby Birds! 7 Tips for a Successful Nesting Season

Make way for nestlings! Springtime means baby birds. Learn how you can prepare your yard...

9 Unique Birdhouses Birds Can Actually Use

Decorative and unique birdhouses are fun, but not always practical for birds. These choices provide...

Beyond Feeders: 5 More Ways to Attract Hummingbirds

What's the relationship between spiderwebs and hummingbirds? Find out with these 5 tips to help...

Your Guide to Feeding Mealworms to Birds

Birds flock to these protein-packed treats.

8 Surprising Facts About Orioles

Learn a few facts about orioles, some of spring's most gorgeous birds.

Are Pileated Woodpeckers Common at Feeders? // Ask the Bird Experts

The bird experts answer your questions about 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...

The Winner of the 2017 Backyard Photo Contest!

We announce the winner of the 2017 Backyard Photo Contest!

Bird Mimics and Mimicry: Three Birds to Know

Tune in to the copycat songs of mockingbirds, catbirds and thrashers.

All About Pine Siskins

When pine siskins visit, they come in droves.

How to Attract More Hummingbirds to Your Backyard

Follow these six steps to attract more hummingbirds than ever!

Create a Hummingbird-Friendly Plant Combo

Mix annuals from White Flower Farm for a plant container hummingbirds can't resist.

5 Hummingbird Videos You Can’t Miss

From nest building to snoring (yes, snoring!), the behavior captured in these hummingbird videos will...

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,...

The Chickadee Bunch: All About Chickadees

When these sociable birds aren't weaving through branches on the hunt for insects, they're flocking...

Puffin to Porg: How Nature Inspired Star Wars

The porgs seen in Star Wars: The Last Jedi weren't originally in the script. But...

51 Best Winter Bird Photos Ever

As temperatures dip, look no further than your backyard to see how full of life...

How to Feed Birds All Year Long

As the seasons change, switch up what you're serving to attract more birds to your...

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

You never leave home without your phone, so install these birding apps and you'll have...

8 Terrific Books About Birds

We've rounded up our favorite reads to share with you! Check out our best-loved books...

Bird Irruption: A Sudden Surge of Birds

Keep a close eye on your feeders this winter. Hungry, nomadic birds from the far...

21 Simple Tips to Attract Winter Birds

Birds are even more beautiful in the midst of a few flurries. Here's how to...

All About the Acorn Woodpecker: Master Hoarder

Tap into what makes these quirky, clownish woodpeckers tick.

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!