Baby Crows Are Much Cuter Than You Think
A baby crow is surprisingly adorable! Learn about these midnight-colored baby birds, including how long they stay in the nest and what they eat.
American Crow: Everything You Should Know
American crow, we love you so! Learn important facts about crows, including where they live, what they eat, and what...
Meet the Steller’s Jay: Clever Black and Blue Birds
Discover what makes the Steller's jay so special, including their social nature, clever tricks, and striking black and blue feathers.
Look for a California Scrub-Jay on the West Coast
The raucous call of the bright blue California scrub-jay reflects its mischievous behavior. This western species loves to eat peanuts.
Canada Jays Are Curious, Cold-Hardy Birds
Get to know the Canada jay. Find out what these curious corvids look like, what the birds eat and where...
How to Identify a Mountain Bluebird
This species is the state bird of Idaho and Nevada. It’s not hard to see why mountain bluebirds are among...
Meet the 3 Types of Cardinals in North America
Did you know—North American birders can see multiple types of cardinals! But you'll have to travel to check these birds...
What Foods Do Northern Mockingbirds Eat?
Do Northern mockingbirds visit bird feeders? Find out what foods mockingbirds eat and how to attract them to your backyard.
How to Identify a Northern Mockingbird
See what a northern mockingbird looks like and where to find them. Plus hear a mockingbird call and learn how...
Meet 6 Types of Wrens You Should Know
The Southwest is a hotspot for wren diversity. Get to know several types of wrens with big personalities and even...
Bohemian Waxwing vs Cedar Waxwing: ID Tips
Know what to look for the next time a waxwing bird feasts on your berry tree. Learn to ID a...
White-Breasted Nuthatch: The Upside-Down Bird
The white-breasted nuthatch is adept at clambering up, down or around the trunks and limbs of trees. Attract a pair...
Look for Elegant Cedar Waxwing Birds in Berry Trees
Built for gobbling fruit, cedar waxwings are striking, social birds. Learn how to spot these elegant birds.
Meet the Thrushes: Sweet Songbirds
From robins to bluebirds, these shy singers come in several sizes and colors. Know which is which when a thrush...
How to Identify a Blue Gray Gnatcatcher
See pictures of a blue gray gnatcatcher. Plus, find out where these small songbirds live, what they eat, and how...
How to Identify and Attract a Tufted Titmouse
Learn how to identify and attract a tufted titmouse. Offer seeds and suet, then watch their back-and-forth antics at the...
The Most Musical Songbirds in America
Bird songs are beautiful and melodic. Discover why you should be listening as well as looking for these musical types...
What Does a Carolina Wren Call Sound Like?
Even if you don't see a Carolina wren, you might hear one. Learn what a Carolina wren call sounds like...
How to Identify a Bewick’s Wren
Find out what a Bewick's wren looks like and where you can spot one. Plus find out how to attract...
Head Southwest to See a Cactus Wren
Find out what a cactus wren looks like, what these desert birds eat and where to spot them. Also find...
House Wren vs Carolina Wren: ID Challenge
It's easy to get confused when identifying a house wren vs a Carolina wren. Learn what the birds look like,...
How to Identify and Attract a Carolina Wren
The Carolina wren song is common in southeastern woods, where it is heard even in winter. Learn about their nests...
How to Attract and Identify a House Wren
The house wren is a plain looking songbird, but its bubbling songs and nonstop activity make this cavity nester a...
How to Identify an American Robin
Many consider the American robin's bright red breast a sign of spring. Learn what a robin looks like and where...
How to Identify and Attract a Gray Catbird
Listen for the "mewing" call of a gray catbird in summer. These birds love to eat fruit, prefer dense thickets,...
When Will House Wrens Return in Spring?
Do wrens migrate? Although not as flashy as an oriole or hummingbird, many people are excited to see house wrens...
Look for Energetic Verdin Birds in the Southwest
Find and attract verdins in southwestern scrubland settings. Plus, learn about verdin nests, see what verdins look like, and...
How to Identify a Western Bluebird
Learn distinctive markings to identify a western bluebird, discover which habitats they call home and where they nest, and more.
Eastern Bluebirds Love Wide Open Spaces
You won’t attract an eastern bluebird with birdseed, but there is another secret ingredient that will surely get attention: mealworms.
Get to Know the Gravity-Defying Nuthatch Bird Family
Moving headfirst down tree trunks is just one nuthatch bird trait. Find out more about the members of this fun-to-watch...
Meet the Crossbill Birds: Ultimate Nomads
From their funky-looking beaks to peculiar migrations, see and learn what makes red crossbills and white-winged crossbill birds so special.