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Two hummingbirds with pink flower. Fiery-throated Hummingbirds, flying next to beautiful bloom flower, Savegre, Costa Rica. Action wildlife scene from nature. Hummingbird Facts

Discover What Really Happens to Hummingbirds If They Stop Flying

You’ve seen hummingbirds flit rapidly from flower to flower, their wings a vibrant blur, but have you ever seen one…

Jul 30, 2024
bald eagle in flight over water Bald Eagle Facts

Bald Eagle Population by State in 2024

The bald eagle is a symbol of American pride. Here we will take a look at the bald eagle population…

Jul 29, 2024
Female Ruby Throated Hummingbird navigates a windy day to feed at a red, glass hummingbird feeder. Hummingbird Facts

18 Places You Should Avoid Hanging a Hummingbird Feeder

Hanging hummingbird feeders is a great way to attract these pleasant pollinators to your garden and delight in their agile…

Jul 28, 2024
Rufous-breasted Hummingbird Hummingbird Facts

This Tiny Bird Burns Energy So Fast It Would Need 50,000 Calories a Day If It Were Human

Hummingbirds are very fast animals. Their wings beat 80 times per second, and their hearts beat up to 1,260 beats…

Jul 27, 2024
Minorca Chicken Facts

21 Chicken Breeds That Lay White Eggs

If you’ve never had farm fresh eggs, you might not know that they come in an assortment of colors. Chickens…

Jul 15, 2024
Orpington chicken prices in 2024 Chicken Facts

28 White Chicken Breeds You Are Sure to Love

What is it about snow-white chickens? Breeders have developed white varieties of most types of chickens all over the world.…

Jul 14, 2024
A Basket of Hens Eggs from Above Chicken Facts

10 Chicken Breeds That Lay Speckled Eggs

Chickens lay eggs in so many colors, from chalky white to dark chocolate brown. They lay blue, green, pink, and…

Jul 13, 2024
Free Range Blue Australorp Chicken Foraging in Autumn Leaves. Chicken Facts

Discover 12 Amazing Blue Chicken Breeds

If you’re eager to learn about chickens but want to explore something a little out of the ordinary, we have…

Jul 13, 2024
Pigeon nest on a window Bird Facts

Discover 7 Smells That Birds Absolutely Hate And Keep Them Away

It’s uncommon to consider birds as pests. Yet, certain bird species infestations can be hazardous to human beings and the…

Jul 2, 2024
Prairie Warbler Bird Facts

15 Common Types of Yellow Birds With Pictures

Bright yellow birds at your feeder are likely to grab your attention. They stand out against the background of any…

Jun 28, 2024
Rose-breasted Grosbeak sitting on a tree stump, singing. Animals

Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

The rose-breasted grosbeak is easy to identify because of its colors. It has a rosy breast, and the white bars…

Jun 2, 2024
Male Eastern Bluebird Perched on Birdbath in Louisiana Winter With American Holly Tree Branches in Background Articles

Do Bluebirds Enjoy Bird Baths? 6 Ways to Create the Perfect Setup

If you yearn to lure the pretty bluebird to your backyard this season, one of the best methods to attract…

May 9, 2024
Ruby throated hummingbird sipping nectar from orange zinnia flower blooming in garden Articles

Do Hummingbirds Like Zinnias? Growing Tips + 8 Other Flowers Hummingbirds Love

While many gardeners adore animals like butterflies, rabbits, and deer, hummingbirds in particular have captured the hearts of many. Although…

May 4, 2024
A beautiful large hummingbird perched on a metal feeder drinking lots of sugar water for energy in summertime closeup Articles

7 Effective and Natural Ways to Keep Bees Away From Your Hummingbird Feeder

While both hummingbirds and bees are valuable backyard companions to keep around, they don’t always get along. Your hummingbird feeder…

May 1, 2024
Male Ruby-throated Hummingbird Articles

The Top 6 Reasons Hummingbirds Suddenly Disappeared From Your Yard

Hummingbirds are one of the most wonderful parts of the spring and summer. They are almost universally adored by people…

Apr 19, 2024
Male Ruby-throated Hummingbird looking for a feeder Articles

Hummingbirds In Illinois: 7 Types and the Plants They Love

Among all birds, few are as delicate and mysterious as hummingbirds. These creatures are tiny but mighty, and many complete…

Apr 8, 2024
Rainbow Hummer in Flight - Photograph of a Ruby Throated Hummingbird in flight silhouetted against a setting sun and golden sky. Sunlight shows iridescent colors in the feathers. Articles

Discover When Hummingbirds Return to Nevada (and Where They’ve Been)

Some of the first signs of spring are temperatures rising, flowers blooming, and birds returning north after spending the winter…

Mar 21, 2024
Focused Red Tail Hawk Articles

Where Do Red-Tailed Hawks Live?

The red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) is one of the most common hawks in North America. In the off chance you’ve…

Mar 9, 2024
Crows fighting on the ice, close up, in Scotland in the winter Articles

Are Crows Bad Luck? 5 Myths About Crows, Debunked

Do you hear ominous music in the background when you see a crow? It makes sense: the crow’s call is…

Mar 8, 2024
Canada Goose flapping wings Articles

Are Canada Geese Protected?

There are approximately 3.34 million Canada geese in the United States. This is about half the world’s population, estimated to…

Mar 8, 2024
Male Ruby-throated Hummingbird Blog

Discover When Hummingbirds Are Set to Emerge in Kentucky

Did you know Kentucky only has one truly native hummingbird species? That’s right, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) calls…

Mar 5, 2024
Male Ruby-throated Hummingbird looking for a feeder Blog

Discover When Hummingbirds Are Set to Emerge in Mississippi (and Where They’ve Been)

Flowers blossoming, insects emerging, and birds returning north are among the first signs of spring. One of these birds is…

Mar 2, 2024
piping plover Blog

Meet the Piping Plover, the Struggling Shorebird of the Plains

The Piping Plover, Charadrius melodus, lives in North America. It exists primarily in three distinct breeding populations. The U.S. Fish…

Mar 1, 2024
A lone Sandhill Crane near the Platte River in Nebraska during spring migration. Blog

Where Do Sandhill Cranes Nest?

Learn more about sandhill cranes, their nesting behavior, and where to see their stunning migration and nests.

Mar 1, 2024
Hummingbird at bird feeder in front of suburban sunset Blog

This Is When Hummingbirds Are Set to Emerge in Florida

Florida offers a healthy and humid environment for 3 species of hummingbirds – black-chinned hummingbirds, rufous hummingbirds, and the ruby-throated…

Feb 29, 2024
Limpkin catching a mollusc (Aramus guarauna), Florida, United states Blog

Discover the Rarest Bird That Calls Ohio Home

For some, the hobby of bird watching never crosses their mind while others are utterly devoted to it. No matter…

Feb 29, 2024
Aerial photo of river in amazon rainforest jungle in Peru Blog

The 30 Most Biodiverse Countries in the World

If you’re looking for diverse flora and fauna, these biodiverse countries should top your list. Biodiversity is the measure of…

Feb 29, 2024
Anna's Hummingbird Blog

Discover When Hummingbirds Return to California

Hummingbirds, the jewels of the sky, excite the senses of the people who see them. When can residents of California…

Feb 29, 2024
A young woman holds in the hands of a mail pigeon. She is looking forward to his return from a long journey. Blog

The Role and Legacy of Carrier Pigeons in Rescue and Communication

In today’s modern world, communication is instantaneous. All you need to do is pick up a phone and immediately you…

Feb 28, 2024
Two hungry Crow chicks in the nest. Blog

Baby Crow: 6 Pictures and 6 Amazing Facts

The American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos) is a large, shiny black corvid species native to North America. It is one of…

Feb 27, 2024
Adult Snowy Plover (Charadrius nivosus) breeding plumage in Galveston County, Texas, United States, during spring migration. Standing on the beach. Blog

Discover the Snowy Plover, Tiny Shorebird of the Salt Flats

Nearly half of the Snowy Plover population in North America breeds in a limited range on the salt plains of…

Feb 26, 2024
Green-crowned Brilliant, Heliodoxa jacula, hovering next to orange flower, bird from mountain tropical forest, Panama, beautiful hummingbird sucking nectar from blossom, wildlife scene, nature Blog

Discover How Long Hummingbirds Can Go Without Food

Some of you might be familiar with the rule of three. Typically, humans can go three minutes without oxygen, three…

Feb 21, 2024
Broad-tailed hummingbird Blog

Discover When Hummingbirds Will Return to Texas (and Where They’ve Been)

As the warmth of spring returns to the Texas landscape, its flowering gardens can’t be far behind. When the blooms…

Feb 20, 2024
The Eurasian eagle-owl flying in the forest in the mountains low tatra Blog

The Complete List of the 9 3-Letter Birds

There are over 11,000 living species of birds (Aves) around the world, but only a handful of these are known…

Feb 20, 2024
portrait view of Puffins birds with orange beaks at sunset. Latrabjarg cliff, Westfjords, Iceland. Blog

Puffins in Maine: Where. When, and How to See Them

Puffins are beautiful creatures.  These black and white birds may look like penguins, but they are not penguins at all.…

Feb 19, 2024
The waterborne American Coot is a plump, chickenlike bird with a rounded head and a sloping bill. Their tiny tail, short wings, and large feet are visible. Blog

Discover the American Coot, the Bird that Looks Like a Duck, but Isn’t

There may be no other bird as unappreciated by birdwatchers as the American Coot. Among waterfowl, this much maligned bird…

Feb 15, 2024
a goldfinches lower frame right, looking left, perched on a small branch. The bird is yellow, with black andd gray wings. The top of the bird's head is black and its beak is orange, Indistinct light green background. T Blog

Where Do Goldfinches Nest?

Finches are a widespread family of birds, mostly known for their beautiful songs and colors. Goldfinches are a common songbird…

Feb 13, 2024
Anna's hummingbird Blog

6 Places in the U.S. Where You Can Still See Hummingbirds in February

Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) are a family of over 360 small iridescent birds all native to the Americas. These tiny flying jewels…

Feb 8, 2024
Barred owls sitting on a branch in Florida. Blog

Discover 10 Types of Owls in Alabama (From Most Common to Rarest)

There are over 220 living owl species around the world, but only 10 have been recorded in Alabama. Read on…

Feb 5, 2024
Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) cygnets a ride on his back. Gelderland in the Netherlands. Mute Swan ) and chicks cubs on a lake. Blog

Explore the 35 Incredible 4-Letter Birds

There are over 11,000 living species of birds (Aves) around the world, but only a small percentage of these are…

Jan 31, 2024
Pair of cardinals perching on a tree branch in the snow Blog

What Do Cardinals Eat In The Winter? 5 Common Foods

When it comes time for the weather to grow colder in the northern hemisphere, it is not uncommon to find…

Jan 25, 2024
Great-tailed Grackle Blog

Where Do Grackles Nest?

Grackles get a bad rap. Known for being bird-feeder bullies, these large, lanky blackbirds don’t seem bothered by their reputation.…

Jan 15, 2024
Two ospreys in the Tennessee Wildlife Refuge Blog

Explore 4 Incredible 6-Letter Birds

World War I, the “war to end war,” was a messy business. Beginning in 1914 and ending in 1918, more…

Jan 14, 2024
Sun Conure Parrots, Blog

Male vs. Female Sun Conures: Key Differences

The sun conure features striking yellow, orange, green, and red colors that immediately attract the eye. But those who own…

Jan 13, 2024
starling murmuration Blog

Meet the 6 Birds in The Bible

The Bible references birds often throughout its books and chapters. In many instances, the reference to birds is symbolic, highlighting…

Jan 11, 2024
Bald Eagle in Nest with Eaglet Blog

Explore the 5 Amazing 5-Letter Birds (The Complete List!)

Look! Up in the sky! Is that an eagle? No, it’s a heron. Sorry…it’s a finch. No…wait…a crane. Okay, no…

Jan 9, 2024
A skunk's tracks in the snow Blog

Backyard Animal Tracks Identification: A Complete Guide for 2024

Wondering what animal left those footprints in your backyard? Wonder no more! We’ve compiled the complete guide for identifying tracks…

Jan 8, 2024
Wintering adult male Western Bluebird (Sialia mexicana) in Santa Barbara County, California, USA. Blog

What Do Bluebirds Eat in Winter? 6 Common Foods

Have you ever looked at the birds during winter and wondered how they’re able to gather food in the cold?…

Jan 5, 2024
Tundra Flying in Formation - V Shape Blog

What is the Atlantic Flyway? Why It’s Important and the Birds That Use It

Birds migrate in North America. What is the Atlantic Flyway? Why it's important and the birds that use it are…

Jan 4, 2024
Wild Peacock goes in dark forest with Feathers Out Blog

Feather Colors: The Complete List from Rarest to Most Common

Blue is often considered one of the rarest colors in nature but there are numerous birds with brilliant blue plumage.…

Jan 4, 2024
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