Millions of birds invisibly migrate through the night sky each autumn, most flying in near silence toward their wintering ...

Do you enjoy challenging bird IDs? Last month our expert had a doozy, and it taught him a lesson: Don’t let preconceived notions trip you up.

Birding is a popular pastime for people of all ages. According to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, more than 45 million people enjoy watching birds. It’s a hobby you can pick up at any time, it’s ...

As a newcomer, should you first learn by looking for birds or listening for them? "You can choose which aspects of observing birds brings you the most joy," says Ken Elkins, community conservation ...

Learn what a hermit thrush looks like and where to find one. Also find out what the bird's song sounds like and what the bird eats.

Spring is here, and the air is full of birdsong. The Merlin Bird ID app tells you what type of birds you’re hearing … plus it’s quick, easy and free. With this software from the Cornell Lab of ...

One of the simplest ways to slow down is to stop, smell the roses and listen to the birds. However, it seems people are starting to do more than just listen to them. The hobby of bird watching might ...

The orange-crowned warbler is a delightful visitor at backyard suet feeders. See what the birds look like and learn where to find them.

A new camera designed for use with bird feeders promises to tell you when there are birds visiting your yard—and even use machine learning to identify what types of birds they are. The Birdfy, from ...

Birdwatching is often a thankless task, considering that there are estimated to be over 10,000 species of birds in the world, none of which stay in one position for very long. So unless you've ...

If you’ve ever spotted a spotted owl, listened to the melodic tones of a song sparrow or just want to get out of the house and enjoy nature, ...

Read the bird’s nametag when it’s not looking. Wait patiently outside any bird conference and you’re sure to catch a coveted glimpse of a Sharpie-scrawled nametag. Write down your findings as quickly ...