New Jersey Takes Bald Eagles off Endangered List
From one remaining nest to more than 200, learn how endangered bald eagles bounced back to soar again in New Jersey.
Why Would a Bird Take a Dust Bath in Dirt?
'Dust bathing' is a documented phenomenon among birds. Here's why scientists think they do it — and how to add...
Meet the 2025 ABA Bird of the Year
The American Birding Association has chosen its Bird of the Year for 2025 — and it's a symbol of the...
15 Bizarre and Surprising Bird Facts You Should Know
Get ready to be surprised! From details about migration to who wins at backyard feeders, these bird facts are sure...
The Most Common Birds Found in North America
Rare birds get a lot of attention from birders, but common birds are important, too! Discover North America’s most abundant...
If You See a Bald Bird at Your Feeder, This Is Why
Why is there a bald bird in my backyard? Is the bird injured or sick? An expert explains why, in...
A Blue Jay Feather Isn’t Really Blue — Here’s Why
What's in a blue jay feather? As it turns out, less color than you'd think. We asked an expert to...
5 Surprising Ways That Birds Migrate
Birds approach the challenges of migration in surprising ways. Learn how some birds migrate by walking, swimming or taking the...
Do Birds Pee? The Science of Bird Poop
Have you ever wondered if birds pee and why bird poop is white? We asked an expert to break down...
Bird Senses: Can Birds Smell or Taste Their Food?
Birders often wonder can birds smell and do birds have taste buds? Discover why some birds can taste and smell—but...
Fun Collective Nouns for Animals You Should Know
From a parliament of owls to a flamboyance of flamingos, discover a variety of fun collective nouns for animals.
Irruption: A Sudden Surge of New Birds in Town
Irruptions bring surprise visitors from the far north to your feeders—an opportunity to witness one of birding’s great mysteries. Here...
Meet the 3 Types of Goldfinches in the United States
There are three types of goldfinches that U.S. birders might see. Learn what these goldfinch species look like and where...
True Colors: Decoding Bird Plumage
Brilliantly colored bird feathers serve many purposes. Learn how bird plumage protects and helps wild birds.
The Best Dad Birds and How They Help out Around the Nest
Celebrate the hardest-working male birds out there! These great dad birds don't fly away when the chicks hatch.
Meet the Backyard Birds With a Bad Reputation
Rethink your stance on the bad birds in your backyard by learning some birding basics about their behavior and personalities.
Western Birds and Their Eastern Counterparts
Many western birds look somewhat familiar to eastern birders. Take a look at some common western birds and their eastern...
Brown Thrasher: An Elusive, Musical Songbird
The brown thrasher is an excellent mimic and sings more than 1,000 tunes. Learn how to spot these secretive songbirds.
Hummingbird Food: Sugar Water for Hummingbirds 101
Learn how to make sugar water for hummingbirds. Get the hummingbird sugar water recipe and ratio to make your own...
Birds That Sing at Night: A Little Night Music
We all hear birds that sing during the day, but what about birds that sing at night? Here's why some...
Bird Molting: Why Birds Molt and How to Spot It
Feather refresh in progress! Learn about bird molting and why the color change is more obvious on some molting birds...
How to Identify a Little Blue Heron
Learn what a little blue heron looks like, sounds like and where to spot one. Also find out what these...
Is This White Bird an Albino Crow?
A white-feathered bird stands out from its flock—but is it an albino crow? Learn about what causes variations in a...
Boost Your Mental Health With Bird-watching
Learn about the science behind why observing backyard birds can both support your mental health and create a needed reset...
16 Fascinating Facts About Bird Sounds
Whether it's a chirp, a trill or a song, it's quite the thrill to hear the amazing sounds birds make....
Help a Stunned Bird That Flew Into a Window
If you find a bird that flew into a window, it's important to know how to help the stunned bird...
7 Fascinating Wild Turkey Bird Facts You Should Know
Gobble up interesting tidbits about the wild turkey bird, including how fast wild turkeys can fly and if turkeys hold...
Cooperative Behavior: How Birds Help Each Other
Some types of birds work as a team for survival, nest building, and feeding. Learn more about cooperative bird behavior.
All About Bird Songs: Nature’s Symphony
Learn the difference between bird songs and calls, and find out how birds learn to sing their distinctive, notable sounds.
Why Is a Bird Pecking at My Window and Car Mirror?
Experts explain why a bird is pecking at its reflection in a window or mirror and how you can stop...
Fancy Footwork: All About Bird Feet
Birds can fly, but they also perch, run, swim and more. Walk this way and learn why bird feet and...
