Bird Species

From the smallest falcon to the fastest flying bird on earth, discover interesting facts about the falcon bird family.

Listen for the "mewing" call of a gray catbird in summer. These birds love to eat fruit, prefer dense thickets,...

Whether a northern flicker is gobbling ants on the ground or climbing a tree trunk, this bird's stunning field marks...

Learn what a killdeer bird looks like and sounds like. Get facts about their nests, eggs and songs, and see...

A female cowbird is a dull looking bird with plain plumage that is easy to miss in the backyard. But...

Watch your backyard come to life as amazing owl species swoop through the night skies. Get to know the types...

From robins to bluebirds, these shy singers come in several sizes and colors. Know which is which when a thrush...

See what a yellow-rumped warbler looks like. Plus learn what they eat, when they migrate and why they're nicknamed butterbutts.

Spotted a blue bird that you can't identify? Here's how to ace a common birding test: blue grosbeak vs indigo...

Warbler sightings are a welcome sign of spring for birdwatchers. Check out amazing facts about these migrating birds.

These popular red and yellow birds in the finch family are backyard favorites for bird-watchers in spring and summer.

See red-eyed vireo pictures, and find out how to identify their songs and nests. Plus learn about their range and...

Learn about the super cute titmouse bird family. Discover the five titmouse species that birders can see across the United...

See what a male and female western tanager looks like and hear its song. Western tanagers migrate through valleys, plains,...

Get facts about the red-winged blackbird, a black bird with red and yellow wings that returns to backyards in spring....

Birds in the corvid family are bold, beautiful and brainy. From jays to ravens, find out where these birds live—and...

Often viewed as an entertaining clown or mischievous rascal, the black-billed magpie never lacks in personality — and ingenuity.

Learn what fish crows eat, where they live and how to tell the difference between a fish crow and an...

You can spot plenty of hummingbirds in Colorado! From black-chinned to rufous, learn where and how to see hummers in...

If you live in Oregon, hummingbirds will be frequent visits to your backyard. Here's the types hummingbirds you might spot...

The Lone Star State has plenty to offer hummingbird fans! Discover the species of hummingbirds in Texas and where to...

Love 'em or not, the vulture bird is an essential part of our ecosystem. Find out why vultures don't sing,...

When the American woodcock and Wilson's snipe are not lurking in wet, marshy places, these odd birds can be spotted...

Swoop into the unique world of the pinyon jay! Discover what the birds eat, where they live, and what makes...

Birders in the "golden state" can see plenty of gorgeous hummingbirds! Find out where each of the seven hummingbird species...

You may already know that the Florida scrub-jay is found only in Florida. But are these bright blue corvids at...

A baby crow is surprisingly adorable! Learn about these midnight-colored baby birds, including how long they stay in the nest...

August is the best time of year to observe hummingbird species in southeast Arizona. Learn the best hotspots for Arizona...

When it comes to courtship, birds pull out all the stops, using elaborate displays to attract a potential mate and...