Birding

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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The Best Finch Feeders to Serve Thistle Seed

Fill a finch feeder with nyjer thistle seed to attract goldfinches. Add the best finch feeders to your yard to...


How to Identify a Wood Duck

See wood ducks look like and hear their song. If you live near water, put up a nest box and...


Don’t Forget Native Sparrows at Your Feeder

There are many native sparrows that you can attract to your backyard! Learn how to choose the best kind of...


Plant Native Trees That Attract Birds

Plant these native trees to attract more birds to your backyard. Discover the best trees to grow to provide habitat...


Fascinating Bird Behavior: Caching Food

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


The Best Bird Field Guides for Birders

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


Which Birds Eat Safflower Seeds From Feeders?

Safflower seeds deter squirrels and bully birds, but many beloved songbirds will still come to your backyard bird feeders.


So Fluffy! 15 Adorable Baby Owl Pictures

There's nothing cuter than a fluffy baby owl. Enjoy a collection of baby owl pictures, including baby barred owls and...

Snowy Owl Facts (and Where to Find Them!)

Find out where snowy owls live, what they eat, how to spot a snowy owl, and see pictures of what...


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.


31 Photos of Autumn Birds You Need to See

Get excited about fall with these gorgeous photos of autumn birds. See some of the amazing birds you might spot...


The 9 Best Fall Bird Feeder Tips

Follow these simple tips to provide food sources for the hungry migrating fall birds that visit your backyard as the...


8 Common Questions About Suet for Birds

Seeds, fruits, fats, nuts and more create a calorie-dense treat for birds. Here’s how to serve suet for birds. Learn...


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.


Identify and Attract a Brown-Headed Nuthatch

Learn how to identify a brown-headed nuthatch. See photos of what these birds look like, find out what they eat...


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...

What Do Cedar Waxwings Eat and How to Attract Them

If you want to know to attract cedar waxwings to your yard, you need to know, what do cedar waxwings...


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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.


The 4 Foods Nuthatches Love to Eat

What do nuthatches eat? Attract acrobatic nuthatches to your yard by offering a buffet of their favorite foods and seeds...


How to Identify a Hairy Woodpecker

A hairy woodpecker brings flashes of black and white to your backyard. Attract these birds with suet and peanut feeders.


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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.

The Best Suet Feeders for Winter Birds

Winter will be upon us soon and your feathered friends need suet for energy. Check out the best suet feeder...


How to Identify a Downy Woodpecker

A downy woodpecker is a small black and white bird that visits suet feeders. Listen to their call and see...


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Winter Is Coming: Your Birds Need a Heated Bird Bath

One of the best ways to help winter birds is to provide fresh water. Get expert winter bird bath tips,...


Hummingbird Banding: Tracking Tiny Travelers

Small, numbered rings reveal the secrets of hummingbird migration! Learn all about the importance and process of hummingbird banding.


Grow Native Ornamental Grasses for Birds and Butterflies

Native ornamental grasses attract seed eating and nesting birds to backyards. Some grasses also serve as host plants for butterflies.


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...