Learn how to attract birds and how to identify feathered creatures in your area. Here are our birdwatching guides for beginners and expert birders.
Birds are really fascinating creatures. They’re the only winged animals on the planet. They can fly, hop, or stroll to their destination. They produce distinct vocalizations and tweets that no other animal does. It’s only natural to be interested in these lovely birds’ lives. So in this article you will learn new things about eggs …
The life of a woodpecker is one that many birders and naturalists want to know more about. The woodpeckers in the US can be separated into 3 main categories: typical, wrynecks, and downy woodpeckers. These types of birds all have different habits and habitats but they are very similar in appearance to each other. In …
If you’ve ever watched a woodpecker work its way around a tree trunk or branch, tapping here and there as it hunts for insects hiding beneath the bark, you may have wondered, “What do woodpeckers eat?” The answer depends on the species of woodpecker and its location. In this article, we’ll take a closer look …
If you’re like me, then you love birds. I think they are the most beautiful creatures on earth. But have you ever wondered what the ugliest birds in the world look like? Well, you’re about to find out. In this blog post, we’ll take a quick look at some of the more interesting and lesser-known …
Purple is the color of royalty and there are many types of birds out there sporting this color. Purple birds are fascinating creatures that can be found all around the world and have unique qualities about them, from being able to live in extreme environments to how rarely spotted they are. They are so beautiful …
Keeping chickens is becoming increasingly popular as many people are growing weary of factory farming. Chickens are easy to care for, will eat most things, make their own bedding and, if you allow it, they will give you great pleasure. However, keeping chickens presents some unique challenges. Not least of these is the threat from …
Birds can be beautiful, but their dirty messes and constant noise can make them unwelcome guests on your porch. Although the prospect of driving them away may seem daunting, with a few simple strategies you can send these feathered pests packing for good without resorting to using scare tactics or harming the birds in any …
In the world of birdwatching, there are some exciting colors to look for. The black and yellow birds offer a challenge for any birder in the United States. It’s not always easy to spot them in the wild. If you’ve been one of the lucky ones you might be wondering – what species is it? …
If you look up wherever you go, you’ll see green birds of all sorts! Have you seen the green parrots in Brazil? How about the green toucans and hummingbirds in Costa Rica? It’s like they’re following us. It’s a good thing we can take photos and videos of them to share with everyone else who …
Are you wondering where birds sleep? First of all, birds sleep where they feel safe. They will look for spots where they cannot easily be seen by predators, or where it is hard for predators to get to them. Birds from all over the world have found great places where they can sleep safely! Here …
