Bird Species

Purple martins nest in colonies of six to eight pairs or more. Learn what these birds look like, what they...

Even if you don't see a Carolina wren, you might hear one. Learn what a Carolina wren call sounds like...

Find out what a Bewick's wren looks like and where you can spot one. Plus find out how to attract...

Most tanagers are red. But you might be surprised to see a yellow tanager. Find out how to figure out...

Find out what a cactus wren looks like, what these desert birds eat and where to spot them. Also find...

It's easy to get confused when identifying a house wren vs a Carolina wren. Learn what the birds look like,...

The Carolina wren song is common in southeastern woods, where it is heard even in winter. Learn about their nests...

The house wren is a plain looking songbird, but its bubbling songs and nonstop activity make this cavity nester a...

Many consider the American robin's bright red breast a sign of spring. Learn what a robin looks like and where...

Enjoy splendid pictures of warblers, from yellow to black-and-white. Look for these small bright fliers during spring and fall migration.

Attracting a purple finch is easy with the right food, but identifying one can be tricky! Here's how to spot...

Look for a ruby-throated hummingbird in eastern states in summer. See what males and females look like and learn how...

Warblers are colorful and awe-inspiring birds. Of all the types of warbler birds in North America, these deserve special attention.

Colorful bunting bird species stand out in a crowd. Learn where to find 6 types of buntings and the field...

Do wrens migrate? Although not as flashy as an oriole or hummingbird, many people are excited to see house wrens...

From sparrows in winter to sweet baby sparrows, these sparrow pictures prove there is much to appreciate about these energetic,...

Birding experts discuss what do hummingbirds eat—and how often they eat it! A hummingbird's diet includes more foods than you...

Think telling sparrows apart is just not worth the effort? Our tips might change your mind. Identify sparrows by habitat,...

Look down! That noise under your shrubs is a shy, ground-feeding towhee in search of its next meal.

Learn how to identify a song sparrow. Find out what these musical sparrows look like and sound like, and learn...

Learn how to identify a male and female tree swallow. Find out about their nests, song, range map and what...

Flocks of juncos arrive with cold snowy weather. Learn the best foods to offer at feeders and plants to grow...

Learn to identify six different types of dark-eyed juncos, including the slate colored junco and Oregon junco, and find out...

Discover facts about winter's favorite visitor: dark-eyed junco! Learn how long a junco bird lives. Also see why they are...

Elegant and graceful, wading birds capture artists' imaginations. Here are interesting facts and gorgeous photos of wading birds.

Moving headfirst down tree trunks is just one nuthatch bird trait. Find out more about the members of this fun-to-watch...

Learn what a palm warbler looks like, where birders can find these warblers in different seasons, and what foods these...

To spot a rosy finch, birders should visit the western mountains. Learn about the best place to find the three...

When pine siskins visit, expect a flock. These feisty finches love thistle seeds. Learn what a pine siskin looks like...