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Considered one of the most popular birds in the world, it’s not surprising to learn that many birders and gardeners will go to great lengths to attract more hummingbirds to their garden. If you love watching hummingbirds flying around your yard, but you’ve noticed that only one or two visit […]
Learning how to clean a hummingbird feeder is important, especially if you live in a part of the country that experiences harsh summer heat. Keeping your feeders clean is important for the health of your hummingbird visitors since nectar can quickly spoil, or black mold can grow. Here, I’ll cover […]
If you’re searching online, looking for healthier, fresher feeding alternatives for your backyard bird population, making your own bird food can be the best alternative and one that will allow you to have total control over the quality of ingredients. The homemade bird food recipes in my guide are easy […]
Those new to birding or feeding birds in their own backyard may be quickly overwhelmed by the many options of birdseed to choose from, not knowing which type to choose and what type of birdseed birds actually love. If you want to increase your chances of having birds visit your […]
Learning how to hang a bird feeder in a secure location and one that will help to attract new visitors will depend on the type of feeder it is, whether it’s a birdseed feeder or a nectar feeder, what types of birds you have visiting, which species you want to […]
For some, nothing is better than setting up some bird feeders in the backyard, sitting back, and watching as birds zip in and out of the yard throughout the day. When you feed birds, you’re providing them with a reliable food source, which is hard to come by during the […]
Most birders who set up bird feeders in their backyard are very eager to experience their first sighting of the season, but most new birders aren’t sure how early is too early to set up a nectar bird feeder. So when is the best time to put out hummingbird feeders? […]
Weighing in at just two to twenty grams, the hummingbird is the smallest bird in the world. Their name comes from the sound their wings make, a low humming noise that comes from the sound of rapidly beating wings. These birds may be small, but they’re also incredibly fast and […]
Birds are considered some of the most brilliantly colored animals in all of the animal kingdom, and often, they can be found in a wide range of colors ranging from white or crimson, to black or vivid orange. The orange birds of North America can be found right in your […]
From Condors to birds of paradise and puffins to penguins, the best bird watching vacation destinations in the world will leave you breathless. If you want to put together a bird watching vacation careful planning is a must. You should choose where you want to go based on the species […]
The avid birdwatcher can dress in pretty much any type of clothing and still be able to sight some birds, however, choosing the right birdwatching clothing can help the birder to sight birds more easily. So exactly what should you wear when you’re out birding? This can vary and will […]
You don’t have to travel thousands of miles for the perfect bird watching adventure. In fact, the United States is home to hundreds of bird species, including neotropical birds that migrate here during the colder months of the year. If you time your trip right you’ll be able to catch […]
Learning about East Texas bird identification will show you a wide variety of species that are native to this gorgeous state. While most Texans are familiar many of the state’s iconic places, many are hard-pressed to come up with even just one native species of bird. Birding is currently considered […]
Since a good pair of birdwatching binoculars is one of the most important and expensive pieces of gear that you’ll invest in, you need to use the best binocular harness to keep them safe and secure while you’re hiking out to your destination spot. If you are not using the […]
The best tripod for spotting scopes consists of a 3-prong design that will give you a stable base for your spotting scope. A stable base allows you to easily and smoothly sight birds, providing focused, smooth images of your target even when your spotting scope has been cranked up to […]
Spotting scopes have recently gained traction in the world of birdwatching as they are the tool that fills the gap between modern-day binoculars and telescopes. Nowadays, almost every popular harbor, tall building, or national park has them for people to be able to observe the landscape better. Still, there is […]
Most people have seen a duck sleeping out on the water, but it is unusual to see sleeping birds during the day. But just like any animal, birds need sleep in order to recover from an illness or injury, replenish their energy, or grow. Yet their sleep is different from […]
All birders have their favorite type of bird, whether it’s the blue jay, woodpecker, or sparrow. But there’s something about black birds that we find fascinating. There are many birds that tend to fall into the black bird category. While it’s true that there are several types of black birds, […]
Bird watching has been the favorite activity of many people for decades now. Modern binoculars have made things, especially easy due to their great magnifications. That way, people can observe their favorite species without intervening too much and disturbing them in their natural habitat. Still, to be able to have […]
The blue penguin, commonly known as the little blue penguin and the fairy penguin, is the smallest species of penguin. When this penguin reaches adulthood in weighs in at just two and a half pounds. Their petite appearance is just one of the reasons why they’re considered the most well-loved […]
When we discuss the different ways animals survive during the winter, torpor and hibernation usually come up. However, there are not many animals that actually hibernate. For the most part, some will simply enter a light state of sleep, which is referred to as torpor. Other animals will utilize a […]
Our nocturnal birds list will primarily cover the popular California nocturnal birds and the nocturnal birds of Texas. These birds can avoid many day time, or diurnal predators. They will use their keen eyesight to spot prey, and can also take advantage of other nighttime conditions. Most nocturnal birds will […]
Famous birdwatchers tend to fall into two different categories and that includes birdwatchers who are famous for birding and celebrities who love birding. In our guide will cover both types of well-known birders. But regardless of why they’re famous, the people on our list have one thing in common, and […]
If you’ve recently taken an interest in the birds in your own backyard, or you’re a new birder, then knowing when birds eat, if birds feed at night, and the most common times of day most birds eat can help you plan out the perfect time for a sighting. Many […]
There are two hundred and sixteen species of owls today. One hundred and nineteen species belong to the typical owl family, with a total of eighteen species belonging to the barn owl family. The majority of owls are nocturnal predators. Their long sharp talons and hooked bills are designed to […]
Do you enjoy watching birds flying around your backyard, going from feeder to feeder, or spending time in your bird bath? If you love watching bird life activity in your backyard, then you may wonder where do birds go at night in the winter months? During this time, the birds […]
In general, big year birding is a type of self-challenge that avid birders partake in to test their birding skills to determine how many birds they can identify in a single year. There’s also a birding year competition that’s hosted by the American Birding Society. We’ll discuss the ABA’s bird […]
Most birding organizations across the USA are nonprofit. They simply provide leadership to bird watchers by providing the educational tools and skills needed for this exciting hobby. Many of the organizations cater specifically to the recreational birder and offer many programs that new birders can take advantage of. Our list […]
If you’re not a morning person, but you love birding, then you don’t have to get up at dawn to enjoy it. Instead, turn your attention to the list of birds that fly at dusk. There are many birds that are out and about from sunup to sundown and well […]
One of the larger woodpeckers in the Picidae family, the gilded flicker is loud, beautiful and graceful. It’s commonly found in the eastern Colorado desert regions, Yuma, and the Sonoran. It’s primarily a ground foraging woodpecker and features a spotted dark barred brown back, a pale gray throat, and face, […]
Birding is fun, relaxing, and fulfilling, whatever time of day you decide to break out your binoculars, however, some times of day are better than others. So, what is the best time of day for birdwatching? This can depend on the species of bird you’re hoping to view and the […]
Knowing how to make a birdwatching journal can come in handy for the experienced birder and the novice birdwatcher alike. It will allow you to perfect your observations while recording your experiences in detail. A birding journal is much more than just a species list, it can be used as […]
Birdwatching is a fun hobby for people of all ages. It’s also one of the best ways to become acquainted with local wildlife and just enjoy nature in general. Birdwatching for beginners will allow you to explore a world you’ve never noticed before. And it’s a really easy hobby to […]
Birding is a great hobby that requires careful observation, plenty of patience and a true appreciation for nature. It can also require some essential birdwatching equipment such as telephoto lenses, a spotting scope, a journal, and most importantly, binoculars. Let’s dig a little deeper to learn more about the type […]
If you’ve ever wondered how to clean binoculars, don’t worry – you are most likely not alone. The most common sight in birdwatching is a person breathing into his binoculars’ lenses and wiping them off with his shirt to clean any debris or dirt. This is perhaps the worst way […]