Feathered Facts

A Spotted Towhee standing on a rock.

15 Fascinating Facts about the Eastern Towhee

The Eastern Towhee is a small sparrow, slightly smaller than an American Robin.  They can be found throughout much of east and central North America, ranging from as far North

A Gouldian Finch amongst leafy greenery.

Top 15 Most Colorful Birds in The World

It is in our nature to appreciate the diverse aesthetics in the world around us. And what better way to do that than enjoying nature’s most colorful birds? Next time

Featured image of grackle nose.

Can Birds Smell?

For many years, scientific literature claimed that birds couldn’t smell or didn’t rely on their sense of smell for any purpose. However, research over the past few decades has proven

Two Ostriches, a bird species that closely resembles the extinct dinosaurs.

Are Birds Dinosaurs?

Birds are dinosaurs. There, I said it.  But, as I sit watching a flock of finches, it’s hard to see the resemblance.  How could this bird, no larger than a

A White-breasted Nuthatch on a snowy pillar.

Winter Birds to Attract to Your Backyard

When the land is covered in snow and the air is bitter cold, there’s something so soothing about watching the winter birds. They crowd on and beneath the feeder, and

A Grackle with a nut in its beak.

Common Grackle: 12 Most Surprising Facts

The Common Grackle is commonly misconceived as a nuisance species, but we believe this bird is simply misunderstood. Common Grackles are large, noisy birds. However, we don’t think this makes

Eastern Bluebird Eats a Berry

How Long Do Birds Live?

Conquering the code to eternal life has been the goal of some. Billions of dollars have been invested in the quest for immortality. And yet, so many of us are

Esmeraldas Woodstar featured image.

Top 15 Smallest Birds in the World

Humans are one of the giants of the natural world. And yet, we seem to adore those much smaller than us. In fact, the tinier, the better. Birds are a

A Red-capped Manakin, a bird with the coolest moves.

Are Birds Mammals?

“Are birds mammals?! Pfft, obviously they’re not mammals!”  I can almost hear the scoff of disbelief. And, yes, you’d be correct. Birds are not mammals.  But wait.  Birds and mammals

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