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How to Identify a Varied Bunting
Look for a varied bunting along the southwest border or in Mexico. See photos of the male and female and learn what the bird eats.
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Identify and Attract an American Tree Sparrow
Find out what an American tree sparrow looks like and sounds like. This small bird arrives in much of the...
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How to Identify a Spotted Towhee
Once called the rufous-sided towhee, this bird has a new name. Learn what a spotted towhee looks like, sounds like...
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Identify and Attract a Tufted Titmouse
Learn what a tufted titmouse looks like. Plus, hear its song and find out how to attract this gray and...
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How to Identify a Gila Woodpecker
Combining beauty, personality and a critical role in the desert ecosystem, a Gila woodpecker is a fascinating bird to attract...
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Meet the White-Crowned Sparrow
Learn all about white-crowned sparrows, including what male and females look like, where to find them, and how to attract...
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How to Identify a Lesser Goldfinch
Why is the lesser goldfinch "lesser?" We have the answer, plus tips for attracting these small yellow birds to your...
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How to Identify a Phainopepla Bird
Meet the glossy black crested phainopepla bird. Find out what this bird eats and learn where you can spot this...
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The Chickadee Birds: All About Chickadees
To attract and identify the types of chickadees in North America, learn about chickadee songs, favorite foods and where they...
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6 Fascinating Facts About Arctic Birds
You've heard of polar bears—what about polar birds? These Arctic birds feel right at home in an icy climate.
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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...
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How to Identify a Clark’s Nutcracker
Learn what Clark's nutcracker looks like and sounds like. Plus, learn how the birds' food-caching ways help forests and when...
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How to Identify an American Goldfinch
Learn what an American goldfinch looks like and sounds like and what this bird eats. Also find out why goldfinches...
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How to Identify a Red-Shouldered Hawk
Learn how to know if you've seen a red-shouldered hawk. Find out what the birds look like, what they eat...
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Western Bluebird vs Eastern Bluebird: ID Challenge
Pay attention to where you are birding, and learn how to tell the difference between a western bluebird vs an...
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8 Fascinating Swift Bird Facts You Should Know
Learn facts you need to know about a swift bird. These airborne birds can’t sit still. Get facts about swift...
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6 Fascinating Swan Facts You Should Know
Learn swan facts, including what swans eat, why they're known as a symbol of love and how many types of...
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8 Types of Thrasher Birds Found in North America
Get to know the types of thrasher birds that birders should know. Learn where to spot these birds and how...
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Meet the Vireo Bird Family: Sweet Summer Singers
Get to know the vireo bird family, including red-eyed vireos and warbling vireos. Learn what they look like and where...
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How to Identify a Common Raven
Learn all about this intelligent, large black bird, including where to find a common raven and what a raven bird...
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8 Interesting Sandhill Crane Facts to Know
Learn how to identify a sandhill crane. See what the birds look like, sound like and where you can spot...
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How to Identify and Attract Blue Jays
Blue jays are smart, bold and beautiful birds. Learn how to attract blue jays, what males, females and babies look...
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7 Interesting Bald Eagle Facts
Did you know eagles can dive up to 100 miles per hour? Discover even more fascinating bald eagle facts about...
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Born to Stun: Meet the Falcon Bird Family
Get to know the fascinating falcon bird family — and learn why their ferocity is unrivaled all across North America.
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How to Identify a European Starling
European starlings are often scorned by bird-watchers for their aggressive behavior. But there's more to these colorful birds than you...
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Mallard Duck: Everything You Need to Know
Learn what male and female mallard ducks look like and sound like. Look for mallards on open water; they usually...
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How to Identify an Eastern Bluebird
Learn what an eastern bluebird looks like and sounds like, what this bird eats, and where you can find one.
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How to Identify an Eastern Kingbird
Learn what an eastern kingbird looks like and where to spot one. Plus, discover how they boldly battle larger birds...
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How to Identify a Lincoln’s Sparrow
See what features to look for on a Lincoln's sparrow. Then learn where to find this bird and what its...
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House Sparrow: Least Wanted Backyard Bird
Learn what a house sparrow looks like, what foods this bird eats, what it sounds like, and why birders don't...
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How to Identify a Dark-Eyed Junco
See what a male and female dark-eyed junco looks like. Plus learn about their nests and diet, and hear what...