Birdwatching Basics

Heron at Everglades National Park

Birdwatching in National Parks

US National Parks protect diverse ecosystems and the animals that live there, offering great birdwatching opportunities.

Birdwatching in National Parks

US National Parks protect diverse ecosystems and the animals that live there, offering great birdwatching opportunities.

Family birdwatching

Birding vs Twitching

Bird lovers fall into two primary categories: birders and twitchers. Learn more about their approaches, motivations, and experiences.

Birding vs Twitching

Bird lovers fall into two primary categories: birders and twitchers. Learn more about their approaches, motivations, and experiences.

Birding life list in a notebook or computer

Your Birding Life List

Are you a bird collector? Gotta catch 'em all? Creating a birding life list is a great way to record the birds you've spotted. 

Your Birding Life List

Are you a bird collector? Gotta catch 'em all? Creating a birding life list is a great way to record the birds you've spotted. 

Why Birds Sing

Why Birds Sing

From attracting mates to defending territory, birdsong in biology, behavior, and evolution. 

Why Birds Sing

From attracting mates to defending territory, birdsong in biology, behavior, and evolution. 

Chickadee in winter setting

Welcoming Birds in Winter

Hosting winter birds can bring color and life to an otherwise stark landscape. With a little preparation, you can create an oasis for your winter visitors.

Welcoming Birds in Winter

Hosting winter birds can bring color and life to an otherwise stark landscape. With a little preparation, you can create an oasis for your winter visitors.

Birds vocally communicating

Animal Communication

In this article, we will explore the basics of animal communication, focusing on various species, including insights into bird behavior.

Animal Communication

In this article, we will explore the basics of animal communication, focusing on various species, including insights into bird behavior.