They weigh less than a nickel, but migrate thousands of miles – meet America’s nine long-distance hummingbirds!
The tiny birds that can! Twice a year, these 1-ounce birds fly thousands of miles, in the face of extreme hazards.
Browsing: Birds
How to attract birds to your yard
A yard without birds is like the Statue of Liberty without its torch. Follow these tips and soon you’ll have birds flocking to your yard.
World’s smartest birds
If someone calls you a birdbrain, consider it a compliment! Birds in the Cordivae family astonish with their sense of self and problem-solving skills.
All about birds
Forty-eight million Americans call themselves birdwatchers. And, no wonder — birds are beautiful, entertaining and surprising.
Hummingbird nectar recipe
Want to feed hummingbirds? The recipe is easy to prepare and hummingbirds always come back for more!
Woodpeckers that store their food and protect it, too!
Meet the three woodpecker species especially noted for storing food and protecting their stash.
Birds: frequent questions
How to free a trapped bird. How to keep birds from flying into windows. How to care for an injured or orphaned bird. More.
Birds are choosy about birdhouses – here’s what to hang, and where
Seventy or more species of birds are known to nest in birdhouses, but no single birdhouse appeals to them all.
Choosing the right birdhouse – one size doesn’t fit all
Want to hang a birdhouse? Check this chart first — different birds require different sizes.
Build a simple birdhouse, it’s easy
It’s easy to build a birdhouse. If you’re a parent, it’s a fun project to do with your children. Here’s a pattern and tips.
