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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10 Foods You Aren’t Feeding Birds Yet

Don’t limit your backyard birds to seeds and sugar water. Keep birds coming back for more by feeding them the...


Meet the Crossbill Birds: Ultimate Nomads

From their funky-looking beaks to peculiar migrations, see and learn what makes red crossbills and white-winged crossbill birds so special.


5 Essential Hawk Identification Tips for Birders

Use expert tips and a helpful chart to improve your hawk identification skills. Plus, learn about the common types of...


7 Types of Finches to Look for in Winter

Flying where the food supply takes them, these colorful types of finches are a backyard treat. Look for these finch...


Pine Siskin vs Goldfinch: How to Tell the Difference

Pine siskins are small birds in the finch family that look like sparrows. Learn how to tell the difference between...


This Is Why You Should Grow a Firethorn Bush

Plant a firethorn bush in your yard to welcome birds and bees while providing year-round beauty. This shrub features colorful...


Switch Up Your Bird Feeding Habits to See New Species

Offer new foods in your backyard, and you'll be surprised what you see! Mix up your bird feeding habits and...


Baby Chickadees Are SO Small and Cute

Seeing a baby chickadee in your yard is sure to give you joy. Find out what baby chickadees look like...

How to Attract Birds in Winter and Spot More Species

Learn how to attract winter birds you want to see with these simple tips. Use these tricks to see more...


Junco vs Chickadee: Here’s How to Tell the Difference

Here's how to tell the difference between a junco vs a chickadee, two beloved small songbirds with similar black and...


Baltimore Oriole Migration: Do Orioles Migrate?

Learn about Baltimore oriole migration and find out if it is it normal to see a Baltimore oriole visit bird...


Meet the Adorable Black-Capped Chickadee

The black-capped chickadee is one of the friendliest fliers in North America. Learn more about their song, nest and more.


Black Capped Chickadee vs Carolina Chickadee: ID Challenge

Learn to tell the difference between a black capped chickadee vs a Carolina chickadee. See what these birds look like...


19 Magical Bird Photos of Cardinals in Snow

Few sights are as enchanting as a cardinal in snow, and these beautiful photos of redbirds in winter will delight...


A Scandinavian Christmas Tradition for Your Birds

Join the Scandinavian bird lovers with a special Christmas Day tradition. It just might bring you good tidings in the...


6 Bird Beak Types and How Birds Use Them to Eat

Bird beaks have a variety of shapes and purposes. Here are the most common bird beak types to look for...


Why Do Some Birds Migrate While Others Don’t?

During the spring and fall migration seasons, you may wonder why do some birds migrate while other birds like cardinals...

25 Simply Stunning Cardinal Bird Pictures

Cardinals are among the most popular and beloved birds in America, and these cardinal pictures make it easy to see...


What Do Cardinals Eat? How to Attract Cardinals

Attract cardinals by learning what food cardinals like to eat. Offer seeds and berries, and grow native plants and shrubs...


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Do Northern Cardinals Mate for Life?

We asked our birding experts: Do northern cardinals mate for life? Find out how long cardinals live and stay with...


Head to Hawaii to See a Red Crested Cardinal

If you love northern cardinals, you may want to book a trip to Hawaii, South America or Puerto Rico to...


How to Identify a House Finch

Learn what a house finch looks like and how to attract one. Find out facts about the house finch nest,...


How to Choose the Best Birdhouses to Attract More Birds

Nesting birds are rewarding to watch. Get expert tips for on how to attract birds to a birdhouse and learn...

How to Choose Sunflower Seeds for Birds

Serve sunflower seeds if you want to attract more birds to your yard. But do you know how to pick...


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...