There's nothing quite as delightful as getting a visit from a little backyard bird. From bluebirds to woodpeckers to hummingbirds, these avian beauties add music and movement to yards and gardens all ...

Bluebirds, cardinals, goldfinches and other songbirds can make a wonderful addition to any yard, whether you live on a farm in the Midwest or in a garden apartment in New York City. Not only is it ...

Ever notice how a quiet yard suddenly comes alive when birds drop by? Their visits bring color, music, and a surprising bonus ...

If you want to attract bird species to your landscape, now is a good time to launch a bird watering and feeding program, in addition to providing cover, food plants and bloom sources. Start by ...

Adding a bird bath to your garden if you don’t have a natural water source nearby is a great way to keep birds visiting ...

Attracting birds is fun and educational. There’s no easier way to become more aware of the diversity of birds that surrounds us than to put out a backyard feeder and simply glance at it from time to ...

Like clockwork, hummingbirds have begun to arrive in the suburbs as summer nears. Native ruby-throated hummingbirds typically arrive in early May and grace the area with their presence in increasing ...

Fall brings crisp air and colorful leaves, making it a great time to watch birds flock to your garden. With a few thoughtful changes, you can turn your yard into a cozy stopover for feathered friends ...

Q: I’d like to have more hummingbird action at my feeders this summer. Do you have any tips for attracting more of them? A: Hummingbirds are ferocious about maintaining a territory, so the challenge ...

Just as birds come in all different shapes, colors, and sizes, each species is attracted to different feeders and feed. In fact, some birds don't eat seeds at all. All bird species have their own set ...

Watching and attracting birds in your own backyard is one of the easiest and most fulfilling ways of getting to know our local wildlife. Part of the fun of even backyard birding is that the world of ...