Bird Species

We’ve rounded up profiles for some of the most popular North American bird species. Learn how to attract these fine feathered friends and listen to their songs.

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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.

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...


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...


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...


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...

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...


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...

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...


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...


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.


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...

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...


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...


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...


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...

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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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...


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.


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...


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.


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...


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...


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...


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...