Winter is a busy time at bird feeders—here’s what ornithologists recommend to attract the widest variety of birds.

Concrete or ceramic bird baths may crack with alternate freezing and thawing, and they are more difficult to clean. A shallow ...

DAVENPORT, Iowa — Birdwatching is often associated with sunny spring days and the colorful flurry of migrating species. But for those willing to brave the chill of winter, birding can be just as ...

Want a New Year’s resolution? Go birdwatching for all the mental and physical activities needed for healthy living. Watching birds around your neighborhood or a local woodland park means walking — ...

Ten years ago, I wrote a column about birding and fishing, noting the many things they have in common. It’s true! Both pursuits are addictive, both contain an element of mystery and surprise and, of ...

Gardening isn’t only about cultivating plants—it’s also about creating life. A truly thriving garden welcomes movement, song, ...

COLUMBUS — Winter brings a variety of interesting birds to Ohio, making it an ideal time for birdwatching. According to a press release from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, bird enthusiasts ...

As a wellness writer and amateur birder, I appreciate the health benefits of listening to and watching birds. Studies show that hearing birdsong can boost our mental health, reducing symptoms of ...

Winter birding across Maine highlights familiar winter species, simple tracking clues, feeder tips and welcoming places for residents to enjoy wildlife all season.

Click here to read a story from Balance magazine about Lancaster County birders and why they love the hobby, and about the Lancaster County Bird Club and its activities. If you’d like to take your ...

As warmer weather arrives, backyard birdwatchers are gearing up to welcome hummingbirds and other songbirds to their gardens. But with so many different kinds of birds and a variety of seeds and feeds ...