From purple martins to barn swallows, find out how to spot and identify 8 members of the swallow bird family during summer.

Feathered friends bring many benefits to our outdoor space, but the types of birds you might see in your backyard will depend on where you live. For example, perhaps you live in North America, in ...

You might spot some of these woodpeckers stashing acorns in your garden, while others can be identified by their beautiful ...

“Awkward” would probably be the most benevolent word I could use to describe the explosive launch into flight of the California quail. Certainly, the words graceful or athletic do not come to mind. A ...

The animal kingdom gives us rainbows of color with butterflies and chameleons, and clownfish, but birds give us just as much of a show. Among the peacock, the toucan, and the macaw, there’s a ...

Parrots represent one of the most interesting and colourful species of birds. The parrot family, scientifically classified ...

Want to see a wider variety of birds in your backyard? Choosing the right food is key, since some, like one particular seed, are far more popular than others.

A bird house is a common way to attract birds to your yard, but not every species favor these enclosed spaces. Some birds ...

Presque Isle State Park is a popular birdwatching destination, hosting over 330 bird species. The northeast end of the park, particularly Pine Tree Trail and Dead Pond Trail, is ideal for observing ...

Over the past half century, researchers have established that birds evolved from dinosaurs: specifically, the theropods, the ...

Primarily used to procure and eat food, bills are also used to probe mud, peck wood, tear flesh, sift water, pry seeds, build ...