No, That's Not an Owl Outside Your Window
August 31, 2018 —
It's probably a Mourning Dove. Here's the difference between their calls.
Birding
¿Comó se llama? How Birds Get Their Spanish Names
August 31, 2018 —
Bilingual birding can offer a deeper understanding of the species we seek, while also helping to bridge communities across the Americas.
Lost at Sea, Hard-Flying Birds Can Be Mega Rarities and Mysteries
August 29, 2018 —
A vagrant seabird might be a once-in-a-lifetime sighting, so make sure to keep both eyes on the water.
Alcatraz Is Being Overrun by Seabirds, But Who’s Complaining?
August 09, 2018 —
Fifty-five years after the infamous prison closed, “The Rock” now hosts thousands of nesting gulls, cormorants, guillemots, and more.
Chicks and Wasps Galore—Behind the Scenes of a First-Year Bluebird Trail
August 08, 2018 —
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a nest box monitor? A teen birder shares her adventures from the field.
10 National Parks That Are Surprisingly Great for Birding
July 31, 2018 —
You don't have to visit Yosemite to see a lot of species.
Seven Birdy Books for Kids (and the Kid Inside of You)
July 30, 2018 —
Summer is prime time to share the thrills of outdoor exploration with young ones.
Six Things I Learned by Scoping Out Baby Birds and Their Parents
July 16, 2018 —
Summer is a great time to watch cute chicks grow—and understand how avian survival works.
Is That Golden Eagle Actually a Bald Eagle?
July 03, 2018 —
In its youth, our national symbol sports brown feathers on its head—making it easily confused with its rarer, golden cousin.
