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...
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...
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...
Meet the Humble (but Adorable) House Finch
Learn how to identify and attract a house finch. Find out facts about the house finch nest, eggs, range, habitat...
How to Identify a Wood Duck
If you live near water, put up a nest box and you may attract a wood duck to your yard....
Snowy Owl Facts (and Where to Find Them!)
Find out where snowy owls live, what they eat, how to spot a snowy owl, and see pictures of what...
Head South to See a Brown Headed Nuthatch
Learn how to identify a brown headed nuthatch. See photos of what these birds look like, find out what they...
How to Identify a Hairy Woodpecker
The hairy woodpecker is a black and white woodpecker with a strong call. Attract these birds with suet feeders and...
Downy Woodpecker: Meet the Downies
A downy woodpecker is a small black and white bird that visits suet feeders. Listen to their call and see...
Fall ID Tips: Blackpoll Warbler vs Bay Breasted Warbler
Fall warblers can be very confusing. Learn how to tell the difference between the blackpoll warbler and bay breasted warbler.
Bullies or Beauties? All About Grackle Birds
Grackles are large blackbirds that have a reputation as bullies at feeders. There are three types of grackle birds to...
5 Types of Blackbirds You Should Know
Not all birds in the blackbird family are the same. Learn about five types of blackbirds you might see across...
Meet the Jays: 8 Types of Jays You Should Know
Whether you think they're brilliant or bullies, there's plenty to discover about these clever corvids. Learn about blue jays and...
Bald Eagles and Golden Eagles: The Types of Eagles in North America
Experts explain similarities and differences between bald eagles and golden eagles, including what these types of eagles eat and how...
The Best Cardinal Bird Feeders and Birdseed
Cardinals are beloved backyard birds. To attract more redbirds, fill these cardinal bird feeders with their favorite types of birdseed.
How to Identify Snow Buntings
In winter, look for snow buntings on shorelines, open fields and weedy roadsides. In spring, these birds head north to...
Where to Find Flame-Colored and Hepatic Tanagers
In the summer, birders can spot vibrant hepatic tanagers and flame-colored tanagers in the southwestern states—if you know where to...
15 Types of Hummingbirds Found in the United States
If you're wondering what hummingbird species are in your backyard, check out the 15 types of hummingbirds that breed in...
Meet the World’s Largest and Smallest Hummingbirds
You may think all hummingbirds are the same size, but the giant hummingbird and bee hummingbird stand out as the...
How to Identify Baltimore Oriole Birds
This orange bird is a welcome visitor in the spring and summer in the eastern half of the country. Learn...
20 Types of Ducks to Look for This Spring
Many ducks are already migrating toward their breeding grounds. Here are some of the types of ducks that you are...
Meet the Pyrrhuloxia: Desert Cardinal of the Southwest
Learn all about the pyrrhuloxia, or desert cardinal, a bird found in the Southwest. Experts describe what this species looks...
Get to Know Gorgeous Blue Grosbeaks
Learn about the beautiful, but uncommon, blue grosbeaks, including where to find them, what they eat and how to identify...
Head Up North to See Pine Grosbeaks
Pine grosbeaks are a common species in Canada's boreal forests and the western mountains. This tame oversized finch adds color...
Meet the Acrobatic Nashville Warbler
Learn how to identify Nashville warblers. See what these tiny, active songbirds look like, learn about their habitat and what...
Warbler Migration Tips for Every Type of Birder
Even casual birders get excited during warbler migration season! Try these tips to identify the most warblers this spring.