Here are tips for shoppers and recommendations for the best models at numerous price points … Read More “A binocular buyers guide for birders”
Leading Off
Benefits for members include invitations to quarterly webinars featuring David Sibley, Kenn Kaufman, and other experts … Read More “BirdWatching Membership Program offers premium ID and photo content”
In the News
We’re not at the silent spring stage yet … Read More “Dawn choruses becoming quieter, less varied”
Endangered birds and sensitive habitats at risk in Boca Chica, Texas … Read More “SpaceX destroys endangered species habitat, defies federal approval process”
Follow the struggles and triumphs of the sea hawks in new ‘definitive wildlife film … Read More “PBS film offers intimate look at nesting Osprey”
Second annual event offers opportunity to share resources and ideas to welcome birders with disabilities and other health concerns … Read More “Birders celebrate Birdability Week 2021”
Bird Identification
Use this advice to distinguish Eastern Bluebirds from Mountain and Western … Read More “How to identify bluebirds”
David Sibley warns of the tricks light can play on birders when it comes to identification … Cienta Kids Shoes Baby Girl's 56083 (Infant/Toddler/Little Kid/B
Photography
This photo of a crane with its wings intentionally blurred took the top prize … Read More “2021 Birds in Flight contest first place: Sandhill Crane”
This photo of a kingbird attacking a much larger egret earned high praise from our judges … Gifts Decor Ocean Blue Glass Azul Serenity Hanging Candle Lant
Birding at home
Contributing Editor Laura Erickson provides advice on how to buy birdseed, suet, and other feeder fare … Read More “A birdfeeding shopping list”
This excerpt from Attracting Birds, Butterflies, and Other Backyard Wildlife explains how to purchase native plants for your yard … Read More “Tips for finding and growing native plants for birds”
Find out how easy it is to attract cardinals, orioles, and other birds with seeds, oranges, suet, and other treats … Read More “Birdfeeding basics”