Iridescent purple bow ties are the telltale signs of black-chinned hummingbirds. This species is a common backyard visitor in ...

Cold weather changes everything for backyard birds. Smart winter feeding habits can help them conserve energy, stay healthy, ...

"Maybe you’ve missed her." Gardener shares photo after making surprising discovery in backyard tree: 'Fits right in' first ...

For instance, researchers use the backyard sightings that users submit to Project FeederWatch —a joint program run by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Birds Canada —to track long-term changes in ...

This is exactly where you should put your bird feeder to get the most feathered customers. If you find yourself feeling ...

Turning your backyard into a haven for birds is one of the most rewarding experiences for any garden lover. The splash of color from a cardinal, the cheerful song of a robin, and the acrobatic feats ...

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A vacation to the Caribbean is rarely a bad idea, with warm weather and tropical beaches to enjoy, but don't miss out on the ...

I always am looking for patterns in nature. One pretty reliable pattern has been that Red-breasted Sapsuckers show up every fall at my place in Covington Mill. Sapsuckers are woodpeckers. They share ...

The sunny yellow-hued American goldfinch, which has a black forehead marking, can be seen all over the states. For a real birdwatching activity, fill a seed bag with thistle and watch flocks of them ...