Shoebill birds can reach a height of five feet, but the prehistoric-looking creatures generally aren't taller than people.

Why squint in search of a dinky red-breasted nuthatch when you can scan the skies for a rare raptor with a seven-foot wing ...

Wondering if you should leave your bird feeder up this winter? Experts say yes—if you can keep it clean and consistent, your ...

Nature gives us one incredible surprise after another. If you're a bird lover and have been admiring bluebirds, jays, or barn ...

Researchers have found a new "grue jay" bird in South Texas, a hybrid between blue and gray jay birds that is likely the result of shifting weather patterns and climate change.

Local birders flock to wetland lookout points just around this time of year, when the bird makes its way to the California ...

Birds are cute and hearing them sing sweet tunes in your garden is a joy. If you like having them around, there are some simple ways to encourage them to visit, and it doesn't involve seeds ...

Fall migration is underway for the birds of North America and, during peak days, hundreds of millions of birds pass overhead under the cover of night. “The earliest migrants are on their way as early ...

The Delaware Birding Trail highlights accessible spots throughout the state for bird watching. Delaware is a favorite destination of serious birders because of its location and geography. Birding ...

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