Found in North America, there are three known species of bluebird; the Eastern Bluebird, the Western Bluebird and the Mountain Bluebird. Living up to their name, bluebirds are, well, blue.
Is the Brown Thrasher colorful? No. Are they easy to spot? Not so much. Do they have one of the largest musical repertoires in the bird world? Absolutely. The Brown
Orioles are some of the brightest and most tropical-looking birds in North America. With their bright orange to yellow feathers and striking black facial features, they are hard to mistake.
The color blue is extremely rare in nature, making it more mesmerizing than it already is. A few flowers and birds are blue, but beyond that, we don’t see much
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A thorny question with grass stains Ask a neighborhood listserv about lawns and watch tempers sprout. For some, a tight green carpet is civic virtue. For others, it’s an ecological
Ask this on a birding page and you’ll split the room. One side sees devoted caretakers and cockatiels whistling the Mario theme. The other sees pet birds in small lives,
Let’s be honest… Few topics ruffle as many feathers on a birding page as cats. Ask whether outdoor cats should be banned and you’ll summon a flock of opinions –
As summer draws to an end, Purple Martins are preparing to start a long migration ahead. Capable of travelling thousands of miles, these are resilient little birds. This article explores
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The Northern Flicker is one of North America’s most familiar and charismatic woodpeckers. They stand out amongst other members of the woodpecker family; not because of startlingly different colors or
As summer draws to an end, Purple Martins are preparing to start a long migration ahead. Capable of travelling thousands of miles, these are resilient little birds. This article explores
Swallows are incredible acrobats in flight. With their impressive swoops and dives, they catch the eye and make you want to follow their adventures through the sky. But with their
When you look at your backyard bird feeder, you probably see a lot of the same species gathering. Even though you see them daily, you might have no idea what
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A tiny, iridescent bird hovers motionless as it delicately sips nectar from a bright pink flower. Its shimmering green back and brilliant magenta chest flash in the sunlight. It can
There are plenty of cartoons that showcase birds speaking like humans. While it might seem far-fetched, there are birds that talk like humans in real life too. However, only certain
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
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
Delve into the captivating world of bird nesting and breeding. From nest-building techniques to raising young, explore the fascinating behaviors and life cycles of your favorite bird species.
Northern cardinals: known in part for their aggression during breeding season, and loved by many regardless. The male has distinctive red plumage and a notable crest. The female is less
The Tufted Titmouse. Is it a tit (the bird, just to be clear)? Is it a mouse? Well, neither. It is a small passerine bird, related to the chickadee family.
In early spring, just as the sun starts to warm the land and green sprouts poke through the cold earth, American Tree Swallows migrate north from wintering in the south.
Found in North America, there are three known species of bluebird; the Eastern Bluebird, the Western Bluebird and the Mountain Bluebird. Living up to their name, bluebirds are, well, blue. However,
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Monk parakeets, also known as Quaker parrots, are adorable green birds that appear in the wild and in captivity. However, if you spot a monk parakeet in North America, they’re
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For the past two weeks, all eyes have been on our Tufted Titmouse nest in Florida. In our last update on this nest, the chicks were just 5 days old,
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