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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 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!

Ask the Bird Experts: What Type of Peanut Butter is OK for Birds?

Our bird experts explain what kind of peanut butter to feed birds, how to create...

6 Surprising Facts About Arctic Birds

Arctic birds feel right at home in an icy climate.

4 Foods to Feed Birds in Winter

To attract more winter birds, add these best-loved options to your backyard menu.

Switch Up Your Bird Feeding Habits

Try something different in your backyard, and you'll be surprised what you see! Trade your...

8 Surprising Facts About Ravens

Learn about the intelligent, fascinating and charming common raven.

5 Most Commonly Asked Questions About Suet

Get savvy about suet! Mix things up and bring in a whole new flock of...

Ask the Bird Experts: What Do Bluebirds Eat in Winter?

Our bird experts explain what bluebirds eat in winter, identify a mystery bird, and more!

Ask the Bird Experts: How Do I Stop Sugar-Water From Freezing in Winter?

Our bird experts share how to keep sugar-water from freezing, identify a mystery bird, and...

Ask the Bird Experts: Do Birds Dislike Wheat?

Our bird experts address how to attract birds back to your feeders, if birds dislike...

Top 10 Berry Plants Birds Love

Tasty fruits dangling from open branches entice birds to stop by for a quick winter...

Ron Pittaway’s Finch Irruption Forecast

How one ornithologist predicts winter finch irruptions and what you can expect to see this...

Seasonal Changes in Bird Behaviors

This past week was an exciting one here in Tampa. After months of oppressive heat...

Tap Into Sapsuckers: The Woodpeckers with a Sweet Tooth

Meet some sweet-toothed members of the woodpecker family, and find out where to spot them.

Ask the Bird Experts: When Should I Clean Out My Birdhouses?

Our bird experts recommend best sugar water practices, when to clean birdhouses in winter, and...

6 Fun Facts About Owls in Pop Culture

Whether it's in video games, TV, or books, these beloved birds are everywhere.

4 Simple Tips for Hosting an Owl in Your Backyard

Be an owl landlord and roll out the welcome mat for these shadowy nighttime fliers.

Owls of North America: Meet Your Nocturnal Neighbors

Step outside after dark and watch your backyard come to life as owls swoop through...

Great Horned Owls: The Greatest Hunters

Get an up-close look at the exciting lives of these fierce predators.

25 Dazzling Fall Bird Photos You Need to See

Readers share their favorite fall bird photos and stories. Plus, tips for attracting fall birds!

Western Birds and Their Eastern Counterparts

Many western birds look somewhat familiar to eastern eyes. Take a look at some common...

What Causes Birds to Start to Migrate

Each spring and fall there are billions of birds that migrate. But, what is it...

Keep Those Feeders Up for Late Hummingbirds

It's the time of year when people start to thing about taking their feeders down...

All About Red-Bellied Woodpeckers

Meet the woodpecker with a puzzling moniker and a big appetite for suet.

Why Do Some Birds Migrate While Others Don’t?

During migration season, I'm often asked why some birds choose to migrate while others are...

What Causes Birds Beaks to be Different?

Bird's beaks come in all shapes and sizes but, why is that? Let's explore why...

Suet Basics: How to Make Suet for Birds

Say so long to the store-bought stuff and whip up a fresh batch of your...

Molting: Why Birds Molt and How to Spot It

Now you see them, now you don't! Discover why birds change color in the fall...

Attract Titmice to Your Backyard

Attract these seed smugglers and watch them take their food to go.