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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How to Clean Hummingbird Feeders

Backyard birdwatchers share their tried-and-true tips to keep sugar water safe for their favorite fliers.

Everything You Need to Know About Hummingbird Nests

Watching hummingbirds is more fun when you find a hummingbird nest. Learn how to attract...

8 Tips to Take Breathtaking Hummingbird Photos

Look, listen and learn how to shoot amazing photos of hummingbirds that capture their dazzling...

6 Fascinating Facts About Blue Jays

Blue jays are bold, beautiful and smart backyard visitors. Learn more about how to attract...

15 Photos That Prove Hummingbirds Are Amazing

You have to be quick to capture photos of tiny hummingbirds, but patience pays off...

5 Ideas to Feed and Attract Migrating Birds

Attract more spring birds to visit your backyard bird feeders during migration season with these...

45 Best Spring Bird Photos Ever

These beautiful spring bird photos are not to be missed! Each one was submitted by...

Hummingbird Sugar Water 101

Everything you need to know about hummingbird sugar water to attract more of these tiny...

6 Proven Ways to Attract Cardinals

Attract more cardinals to your backyard by growing plants with the berries and seeds they...

9 Expert Tips for Attracting Hummingbirds

Attracting hummingbirds is easy when you start thinking like a hummingbird! Experts Kenn and Kimberly...

15 Common Backyard Birds You Should Know

New to birding? Learn to recognize 15 common backyard birds, and discover ways to attract...

Birding Gadgets and Gear You Never Knew You Needed

Go beyond binoculars and field guides and ramp up your game with the coolest new...

10 Owl Shirts Every Bird Fan Should Own

Who doesn't love owls? Whether you're a birder or not, you're sure to find something...

Top 10 Red Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds

Give your garden a bold new look with gorgeous red flowers that hummingbirds will love.

How to Attract Orioles

The early bird gets the worm when it comes to attracting orioles to your backyard....

Become a Birds & Blooms Field Editor

  We’ve created a private Facebook community for our volunteer Field Editors program and we...

The 8 Oriole Species You Should Know

Get to know each member of this colorful clan.

Attract Bluebirds to Your Yard with Nest Boxes

Be a bluebird champion! Help bluebirds survive and thrive one nest box at a time.

Laugh and Learn With the Nature Art of Rosemary Mosco

Who says learning can't be fun? Rosemary Mosco's delightful nature art will capture your heart...

10 Herons and Egrets Found in North America

You probably recognize the great blue heron when you see it, but what about the...

Get Started with Birdhouses

Create safe and cozy spaces for birds to raise their families.

Where Should I Place the Bluebird Nest Box? // Ask the Bird Experts

The bird experts answer your questions about attracting bluebirds, disappearing goldfinches, and more!

8 Interesting Facts About Sandhill Cranes

Meet the prehistoric bird that has been around for 2 million years.

All About Painted Buntings

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

10 Spring Warblers You Should Know

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

Photographing a Phenomenon: The Yellow Northern Cardinal

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

What You Should Do If You Find a Bird Nest

Here’s what to do when you come face-to-beak with a feathered family.

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...