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As enjoyable as birdwatching can be, it is sometimes hampered by the poor quality of some bird watching equipment. However, you can enjoy your favorite activity by using any of the best budget binoculars for bird watching in this article. While many binoculars for birdwatching come with some premium features, […]
Orioles are one of the most beautiful and colorful birds which offer an eye-catching view when they are in your garden or on the trees. Most veteran and novice birders love to spot orioles and enjoy watching them in their natural habitat. Are you someone that wants to see the […]
Do you admire beautiful birds and love to learn more about them? Today we will share everything about the breath-taking Scarlet Tanager from the birding world! The Scarlet Tanager is one of the most strikingly gorgeous birds in North America. With its bright red body and jet-black wings, it’s hard […]
The Neotropical Migratory birds are some of the most exciting and important creatures. These are birds that breed and spend their summer in the U.S. and Canada. The Neotropical birds then fly south to escape the cold and spend the winter in warm Mexico, Central America, South America or the […]
Orioles have beautiful and vivid plumage that comes in a variety of colors including many shades of yellows and oranges. With the right birdwatching binoculars, you can easily spot one of these vividly colored birds in your yard. In this orioles’ identification guide, I’ll go over what makes these birds […]
There are over seven hundred species of birds in North America. These birds will search for a mate during mating season, lay their clutch, and incubate them as they wait for their arrival. But how long do birds incubate their eggs? This can vary from species to species. Many factors […]
Birders will enjoy sighting new and rare birds in the coming months as winter turns into spring. Those new to birding can watch as birds enjoy the sunshine and forage for food, search for a mate, or claim territory. If you have a good bird house in your backyard, you […]
The great crested flycatchers are among the largest species of flycatchers, featuring a beautiful blend of colors, and a very loud, consistent, and simple call. If you have your new birding binoculars on hand, these are a great first bird to sight, since these large birds are often heard before […]
Otherwise known as a “blue canary”, the Indigo Bunting is undoubtedly one of the most awe-inspiring little birds that we can see in our backyards! Apart from their mesmerizing blue appearance, they also have a cheerful tone and friendly energetic behavior. In this article, we will go through all of […]
There are currently 127 species of cuckoos. Some species will call temperate zones their home, while most of the species will spend their time in tropical climates. These birds are well-known for their parasitic breeding practices, which involves laying their eggs in another species of bird’s nest, forcing that bird […]
As graceful aviators, the American Golden Plovers travel across both Americas in its migration. These birds are elegant and a sight to behold when you spot them. Among all the shorebirds, these might be the fastest which helps them with their long journey from the northern coasts of Canada and […]
One of the most common warblers, and arguably the nicest to listen to on a walk in the forest, is the Black-throated Blue Warbler. It is part of the new world warbler family that is found primarily in the eastern parts of the USA and more rarely in the western […]
The main flyways of North America are routes that are followed by migratory birds in large numbers. While some of these routes can easily be traced, others can be complicated to follow. There are currently four main flyways, however, no two species will follow the exact same path, from start […]
The American redstart is a type of small warbler that measures in at a little over 4 inches in length. The redstart has an average wingspan that measures in at 6 to 7 inches. Adults are black with bright orange patches found across the tail and wings and on the […]
As you probably know there are many species of birds that will commonly spend the winter months in warmer places. But what does this mean exactly? Where do migrating birds spend their winter? While many birders will answer the question simply with “the south” The south covers a lot of […]
The northern red bishop is a type of small weaver finch with a vivid red body and black belly. The wings, bill, and face are brown with a head that has a black crown. The red upper tail extends over the bird’s short brown tail. This species is native to […]
Nectar, bird seed, suet aren’t the only food options available that you can use to feed wild birds. In fact, there are several different types of food scraps that birds can eat. If you’re on a tight budget, common kitchen scraps can become part of your backyard birds diet easily […]
When you look at the sky and you see flocks of birds in that traditional migratory formation it inspires a calming and peaceful sensation. For many birders, it can be very fascinating to take the time from whatever task they’re doing and think about how these birds can fly for […]
Where do birds go when it rains? Can they get sick by being exposed to heavy rainfall? While a bird can look very soggy and miserable when it’s raining out, they have evolved well when it comes to handling heavy rainfall. In order to stay warm, a bird will trap […]
The migration journey can be a very dangerous one for all species of birds, from predator attacks and a lack of found resources along the way to dangerous weather conditions. But is light pollution dangerous to migrating birds? It certainly can be. Here, we’ll go over the dangers of light […]
Migration is an interesting time for the birder. Some birds will remain behind since migration can be risky and can be very taxing on the body. But do migrating birds fly at night or do they simply fly during the day and find a safe resting spot until dawn? Many […]
Hummingbirds are beautiful, delicate, and fly at impressive speeds when they’re not hovering in order to drink their fill of precious nectar. There are more than three hundred species of hummingbirds in the world. The common types of hummingbirds in North America consist of fewer than two dozen. Only a […]
There are more than eight hundred species of birds in Canada and America, which can make the idea of learning bird identification seem a little overwhelming. But every birder had to start somewhere. This guide will go over what you need to study to learn how to properly identify birds, […]
Many people will put a birdbath in their yard, purely for aesthetic reasons. Since there are typically so many natural sources of water that a bird can rely on, is a birdbath really essential to a bird’s survival? Many people will focus more on providing birds with a reliable food […]
New England is one of the major birdwatching destinations in the country and it’s home to a variety of bird species, which is what makes it a birding hotspot during the spring, summer, and even winter months. I’ve compiled a list of the top birdwatching spots in New England, each […]
Are you interested in hummingbird nectar recipes, so you can create fresh batches of nectar for your regular backyard visitors? There are several recipes that can be found online, but many of them are lacking the right nutrients a hummingbird needs to fuel their bodies and allow them to take […]
Winter for birds can be challenging and very dangerous. Not all birds will choose to migrate during the winter months, which leaves them susceptible to dangerous temperatures, hungry predators, sickness, and starvation. But can birds survive the winter months without help from us? Many ornithologists believe so. In fact, many […]
Bird houses are designed to give wild birds a warm, secure place to rest their heads. These houses can also provide them with much-needed shelter from the elements, not to mention dangerous predators. They will also allow the cautious bird to monitor their local food source and avoid confrontations with […]
When it comes to hummingbird feeders, there are literally dozens of different types, styles, and features to choose from, which can make it difficult to choose one that you’re confident will attract more birds to your yard. Should you buy a model that’s made out of glass or plastic? Are […]
Many backyard birders will search for a solution for how to keep sparrows out of a bird house. This species of bird can be a total nuisance, and their very presence can drive a birder crazy, especially considering they tend to take over a yard, scaring off other species. If […]
The cardinal is considered one of the most beautiful orange birds of north America. Learning how to attract cardinals to your yard is fairly simple. All you need is the right type of bird feeder and food and you’ll have your yard full of cardinals in no time. Other ways […]
Many of us get excited when we set up a bird feeder and we get out first visitors. But if you’re serious about providing your backyard birds with the proper nutrition they need to migrate, feed their young, or stay strong and healthy during the winter months, then mealworms are […]
Whether you’re a birder or a casual observer, learning how to make your yard bird-friendly can come with many benefits, including a reduction in pests, hearing the sound of songbirds in the morning, or just the simple fascinating beauty that comes from watching these graceful creatures flying around your yard. […]
Having your local wild birds call your yard their home is not just about watching the beauty that comes with seeing them fly from branch to branch or raising their young, but they also do an excellent job of keeping the insect population under control. So, if you want to […]
Many birders love putting up a birdhouse every season to provide a comfortable safe haven for birds and their young. Most people will clean out a birdhouse and take it down at the end of the season, while others will leave the birdhouses out year-round. But do birds use birdhouses […]
Knowing when do birds nest in birdhouses will be crucial for the birder who wants to attract new nesting birds to their backyard. Houses can provide cavity-nesting birds with the perfect place to build a nest, and a safe spot to nurture fledglings. Additionally, other species can use a birdhouse […]
Most homeowners and backyard birders love when a bird decides to make a nest in their yard or in one of their new birdhouses, since this will allow them to observe the parents taking care of their young, and they can watch closely as the fledglings grow and leave the […]
A hummingbird won’t care quite so much about how your hummingbird feeder looks, instead, it will be more focused on where you’ve placed it. These feeders must be put in a highly attractive place in order to encourage the bird to visit your feeder. My guide will go over the […]
Ensuring that a certain species of wildlife remains fed and well-cared for in your backyard doesn’t sound exactly easy, does it? If you’re leaving out food in your yard, you shouldn’t be surprised that it’s drawing more than just birds onto your property. But for birders, it can be very […]
