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15 Owls that Live in Washington State (and Where You’re Likely to See Them)
There are over 220 living owl species around the world, but only 15 of them are found in Washington state.…
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Discover the 15 Most Colorful Wild Ducks and Where You Can See Them
When it comes to colorful ducks, males (drakes) are often more vibrant than females (hens), especially during the breeding season.…
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What Is the Central Flyway? Why It’s Important and the Birds That Use It
There are 4 migratory paths for birds in North America. What is the Central Flyway? Why it's important and the…
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5 Amazing Homemade Birdcage Ideas
If you want to create an inviting bird enclosure on a budget, a homemade birdcage is a good option. You…
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Why Do Birds Always Poop on Your Car? Symbolism and More!
It’s common knowledge that birds are out to get vehicles. Even if you just go inside for a moment, you…
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The 130 Best and Most Creative Red Bird Names
Choosing their name is one of the most exciting parts of bringing home a new bird. You want a name…
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Where Do Ducks and Mallards Nest?
Ducks and mallards belong to the same biological family, Anatidae. Although they share many similar traits, mallards are migratory birds,…
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Discover the Reasons Why Flamingoes Stand on One Leg
After their pretty in pink coloration, perhaps what people associate most with flamingos is their one-legged stance. But why exactly…
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Discover 10 Types of Owls in California
The state of California is known for many things: its sprawling wine country, assortment of natural landscapes, and some of…
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Bird Crests, Casques, and Combs: Differences and Examples
Many birds have interesting structures on top of their heads. These are classified into three main types: crests, casques, and…
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Baby Quail Chick: 8 Pictures and 8 Incredible Facts
Baby quail chicks are incredibly adorable creatures that look like cute tiny balls of fluff. Their boundless curiosity and endless…
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Discover the Official State Bird of South Dakota
South Dakota named the ring-necked pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) as its official state bird in 1943. South Dakota boasts it is…
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11 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Arkansas
Arkansas is packed with beautiful birds that spend spring and summer raising their young, but which of our non-migratory feathered…
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3 Reasons That Woodpeckers Keep Pecking Your House
If you’ve recently found that a woodpecker spends its free time hammering on your home, you may be wondering why…
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How to Attract House Finches to Your Home
The house finch (Haemorhous mexicanus) is one of the most common songbirds in North America. However, when it comes to…
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10 Sounds Turkeys Make and Their Meanings
Turkeys can make up to 28 different sounds—including their iconic gobble. Some sounds will only be made by either the…
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5 Sounds Bald Eagles Make and Their Meanings
Despite being one of the most iconic and easily recognized birds in the world, not much is known about how…
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Shades of Flamingo Pink – How Do They Get Their Color Anyway?
We’ve all come to know flamingos as beautiful birds who boast quite a unique coloration. Although some people may think…
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These Countries Have the Most Birds in the World
It is estimated that there are up to 11,000 species of birds on the planet. Birds are nearly everywhere, from…
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9 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Nevada
Nevada is teeming with life, and its rich landscape and various different habitats are the perfect place for animals to…
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Where Do Herons, Egrets & Cormorants Nest?
The waters of the world offer the opportunity to see a wide variety of wildlife, including birds. While some species…
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What Do American Robins Eat In The Winter? 3 Common Foods
The American robin (Turdus migratorius) is a songbird in the thrush family (Turdidae). It is found across North America and…
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What Are Piebald Peacocks and How Rare Are They?
Peafowl (Pavo and Afropavo spp.), aka peacocks (technically the term for just the males; females are peahen), are famous for…
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Why Do Crows and Hawks Fight?
Have you ever seen a group of crows attacking a lone hawk? If so, then you may have found yourself…
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Discover 17 Birds With Beautiful Multicolor Beaks
The bird world is full of amazing beaks with a wonderful diversity of not just form and function, but also…
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Baby Emu: 10 Pictures and 10 Incredible Facts
The vast landscapes of Australia are simply breathtaking, enhanced by the many extraordinary creatures that call the country home, including…
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Hawk Poop: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know
What do you want to know about hawk poop? Maybe you have never really thought much about the fecal matter…
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7 Amazing Animals with Cool Abilities That Practically Make Them Superheroes
The natural world is full of some pretty incredible creatures. There are so many animals that are borderline superheroes that…
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Discover the Rarest Raptor in the World: The Tiny Hawk
Like many species, human colonization in the form of deforestation and forced farming threatens the tiny hawk. The shrinking availability…
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10 Birds That Prove Winter Is No Match for Their Resilience in New York
Not all birds migrate south for the winter. In fact, many are perfectly comfortable braving the cold temperatures. Although we…
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All About the Alexandrine Parakeet: Personality, Diet, Habitat, & More
The Alexandrine parakeet is a medium-sized parrot from the Psittaculidae family, which contains Old World parrots. These popular pet birds…
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5 Falcons Found in Pennsylvania: How to Identify Them and Where They Live
Pennsylvania is home to three native falcon (Falco spp.) species. Additionally, two other falcon species appear in records in the…
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17 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Kansas
Nothing is better than hiking on a trail, spotting beautiful birds, and being one with nature. There are plenty of…
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Do Pigeons Make Good Pets? Discover the Pros and Cons
Pigeons have a long-standing history in the world. Some accounts date the avian species 5,000 years ago in Mesopotamia because…
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How to Bird-Proof Your Windows
When you’re trying to stop birds from hitting your windows, the main step is to make sure that birds can…
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Can Birds Have Rabies? What to Do If Bitten by One
If you’ve read Fred Gibson’s Old Yeller or heard news about rabid animals appearing in the wild, you may have…
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Discover the 5 Best Types of Cardinal Bird Feeders
Cardinals are not only one of the most beloved kinds of birds for enthusiasts, but they’re also one of the…
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29 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Maryland
While Maryland has many resident birds that can be seen all year, others only make their home in the state…
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Do Swans Mate for Life? 6 Amazing Facts About These Loyal Birds
Swans are considered one of the most romantic birds, with images of their heads together in a heart formation being…
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The Top 10 Birds With the Strongest and Best Eyesight
“Eyes like a hawk” is just one of several sayings that are used to describe someone with exceptionally good eyesight.…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Kentucky
The official state bird of Kentucky is the Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis). Kentucky declared the “native redbird, commonly known as…
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Male vs. Female Macaws: 4 Key Differences
Macaws are large Neotropical parrots spread across a half dozen different genera (Anodorhynchus, Ara, Cyanopsitta, Diopsittaca, Primolius, and Orthopsittaca). There…
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Chestnut-Backed Chickadee: Identification, Common Locations, Diet, and More!
The chestnut-backed chickadee, Poecile rufescens, has a distinctive feature that sets it apart from the other six species of chickadees…
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Carolina Chickadee: Identification, Common Locations, Diet, and More!
The Carolina chickadee, Poecile carolinensis, is one of seven chickadee species native to North America. This adorable bird is a…
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13 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Pennsylvania
While Pennsylvania has many year-round resident birds, others only make their home in the state for part of the year.…
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Discover the Official State Bird of New Hampshire
The official New Hampshire state bird is the purple finch (Haemorhous purpureus). The purple finch belongs to the Fringillidae family…
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Where Do Yellow Finches Nest?
When people think of yellow finches in the United States, they typically picture the American goldfinch. This beautiful, bright yellow…
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How Fast Are Turkeys? See How Fast They Can Run and Fly
Party Fowl! Turkeys can run surprisingly fast. Wild turkeys, according to numerous sources, can apparently reach 25 miles per hour…
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Male vs. Female Lovebirds: 5 Key Differences
Lovebirds are any of nine living parrot species in the genus Agapornis, all native to Africa, and their many domesticated…
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7 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Indiana
Although the weather may grow colder come winter, birdwatching doesn’t have to slow down in the later months of the…