Whether you're a self-proclaimed ornithophile or you simply enjoy the occasional backyard bird sighting, there's always something new to learn about these winged creatures. But with more than 800 bird ...

Your backyard is more than just a plot of land; it’s a living, breathing ecosystem buzzing with activity. From the flash of a ...

It's easy to see why so many people love birdwatching. There are so many species to learn about with different personalities and habits. Plus, it's a great way to spend time in nature enjoying your ...

Spring has sprung, and migratory birds are returning to the area. That means one thing -- it's time to stock up on bird seed. Backyard bird feeders attract a variety of feathered friends (as well as ...

The need for increased biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of diseases such as highly pathogenic avian influenza has only become more evident with continued outbreaks of this highly ...

Bird song is beautiful and fascinating. I love hearing the first songs of returning lazuli buntings, western tanagers and Bullock’s orioles this time of year. And it’s fun to chase down some mystery ...

In my yard in Decatur the other morning, an unseen bird in a shrub belted out something that sounded like, “Drink your teeeee!” I knew immediately that it was an Eastern towhee. Then, a loud “cheerily ...

“By mid-October to early November, most orioles are settled on their wintering grounds,” adds Yoerger. “A single bird might make the trip in a couple of weeks, but because orioles stop along the way ...

For the beginning bird-watcher, storied Chico ornithologist Roger Lederer has just the ticket. It’s a little, staple-bound 64-page booklet called “Pacific Coast Bird Finder: Identifying Common Birds ...