This feed includes information on birdwatching, ornithology and keeping birds as pets. All levels of bird knowledge are represented.
- Blister Beetles and Bustardsby Dr. Roger Lederer on March 26, 2023 at 3:04 pm
Bustards, the largest flying birds, are ground-dwelling birds found in Africa, Europe, and Asia. There are 26 species in the family Otitidae, ranging […]
- Avian Influenza Outbreak 2022-2023: Should You Take Down Your Bird Feeders?by Hugh Powell on March 22, 2023 at 1:05 pm
Originally published April 20, 2022. Updated March 22, 2023. Many people are concerned about the 2022-2023 outbreak of avian influenza, or bird flu, […]
- How Can I Share My Bird Photos With the Cornell Lab?by aab_admin_user on March 21, 2023 at 3:30 pm
We’re constantly thankful that people share so many wonderful images with us. If you’ve taken some photos and want other bird enthusiasts to see […]
- 25 PROVEN Tips For Attracting Hummingbirds! (2023 Guide)by Scott on March 20, 2023 at 1:54 pm
“How do you attract hummingbirds?” Many years ago, my dad and I visited someone’s house whose entire backyard was dedicated to attracting […]
- European Goldfinchby Dr. Roger Lederer on March 19, 2023 at 3:25 pm
Birds are a pretty homogeneous group. They all have feathers, lay eggs, and lack teeth, for instance. It’s easy to generalize, but there are nearly […]
- Celestron Regal ED 8×42 Binoculars: Our Reviewby Hugh Powell on March 16, 2023 at 5:19 pm
Good field of view and close focus, with a fairly good image. We rated these in the Middle Ground.
- Airplane-Bird Strikesby Dr. Roger Lederer on March 12, 2023 at 3:35 pm
Orville Wright hit a bird with the Wright Flyer while flying over an Ohio cornfield in 1905. On October 4, 1960, Eastern Air Lines Flight 375 struck […]
- The Eurasian Hoopoeby Dr. Roger Lederer on March 5, 2023 at 4:48 pm
Every once in a while, I like to step back from my usual patter about the interesting things in the bird world and just talk about one bird in […]
- 5 SIMPLE Strategies That Attract Orioles! (2023)by Scott on March 5, 2023 at 4:07 pm
Why is attracting orioles so fun and exciting? I think it’s a combination of a few things. First, regardless of the species (Baltimore, Orchard, […]
- In March 2023, Win a Place in the Cornell Lab’s Bird Behavior Courseby Auto Blogger on March 1, 2023 at 11:43 pm
Do you want to learn more about bird behavior and get an insider’s perspective on the lives of birds? We’ve partnered with the Cornell […]
- I’m getting a little tired of winter—What are some of the first spring birds to arrive, and when will they get here?by aab_admin_user on March 1, 2023 at 10:02 pm
The answer depends a lot on where you live, of course. But several common species, such as Red-winged Blackbirds, Tree Swallows, and Killdeer, are […]
- I often see birds on telephone wires while I’m driving—how do I figure out what they are from such a short glimpse?by aab_admin_user on March 1, 2023 at 9:35 pm
Quickly identifying a mystery bird requires a familiarity with size & shape, color pattern, behavior and habitat. These are the basic four keys […]
- Birding Festivals and Eventsby aab_admin_user on March 1, 2023 at 3:31 pm
A great way to enjoy bird watching is by going to festivals—they’re organized to get you to great birding spots at a great time of year, and […]
- March 2023 eBirder of the Month Challengeby Auto Blogger on March 1, 2023 at 3:23 pm
By Team eBird February 28, 2023 This month’s eBirder of the Month challenge, sponsored by Carl Zeiss Sports Optics, focuses on the importance of […]
- The 18 Types of Penguins in the World! (ID Guide)by Lindsey Dahle on February 28, 2023 at 2:54 pm
What are the different kinds of penguins? It’s easy to see why people are fascinated with penguins. Besides their adorable looks, these birds are […]
- 26 Birds of Prey Found in the USA! (COMMON)by Scott on February 27, 2023 at 3:58 pm
What kinds of birds of prey can you find in the United States? This question is common, both for birders and non-birders alike. Raptors are […]
- The 50 MOST Common Birds in the United States! (2023)by Scott on February 27, 2023 at 9:38 am
What kinds of birds can you find in the United States? This question is hard to answer because of the vast number of birds found in the United […]
- Birds’ Official Namesby Dr. Roger Lederer on February 26, 2023 at 4:11 pm
Old Chinese Proverb: “Wisdom begins with putting the right name on a thing” There are a number of species of birds with widespread distributions […]
- Why Birds Hit Windows—and How You Can Help Prevent Itby Hugh Powell on February 24, 2023 at 9:41 pm
For birds, glass windows are worse than invisible. By reflecting foliage or sky, they look like inviting places to fly into. And because the sheer […]
- Why do woodpeckers like to hammer on houses? And what can I do about it?by aab_admin_user on February 24, 2023 at 3:50 pm
Woodpeckers usually hammer on houses for one of four reasons: How to get woodpeckers to leave a house alone Once you know why woodpeckers are […]