Think telling sparrows apart is just not worth the effort? Our tips might change your mind. Identify sparrows by habitat, ...

The Finch Forecast sees pine siskins moving as far south as the Mid-Atlantic, and things also look promising for common redpolls. If you have catkin-heavy birches in your yard, look for these charming ...

Bird feeders aren't meant to be "all wildlife" feeders—but those sneaky squirrels somehow seem to weasel their way in for a ...

The food sources available to the birds can be limited in most areas. Here are some suggestions for plants and seeds you can ...

With thousands of summer birds flocking south for the winter, it is time to consider a new hobby — feeding the birds. I grew up feeding birds, so I can appreciate the fun and the responsibility of ...

One of the best things about having a garden is getting to share it with all the wildlife that comes to visit - and there are some easy ways to encourage particular visitors. If you have bird feeders ...

No one likes a guest that comes to the party and wreaks havoc. That’s sometimes what it feels like when your neighborhood squirrel simply will not stop raiding your bird feeders. “Tree squirrels can ...

Gardens and avian life are a harmonious pairing, offering immense joy whether you're toiling away or simply enjoying the outdoors. To draw more feathered friends to your garden, purchased bird seed in ...

Grackles are large blackbirds that have a reputation as bullies at feeders. There are three types of grackle birds to look ...

Without realizing it, one of the biggest mistakes you and other bird enthusiasts are making with bird feeders is putting out mixed bird seed that backyard birds won't actually eat. While it's common ...

A band of blue jays dominates the stump, not allowing anyone else to feed at the same time. ANDREW MESSINGER Juncos are among the first birds to arrive in the morning. They start on the stump, but as ...

We spend so much time in the summer encouraging the birds to visit our garden and eat as many of the pest as they can, but now it is time for us to give back. In the fall, I move my bird feeders to a ...