The logs and stick homes can be used all year round as well for a range of insects such as beetles, centipedes, spiders and fungi making it a valuable part of the ecosystem we often overlook. Another ...

The reason comes down to survival. During an ice storm and prolonged cold, birds need extra energy to keep warm. Their bodies ...

While some birds disappear from northern yards in the winter, this adorable, social species sticks around and is relatively ...

The morning coldness was not the only thing that greeted me as I walked out to check my bird feeders early in the week. Eleven red-shafted northern flickers flew away from the feeders along with ...

According to the Fish & Wildlife Service, 35% of Americans consider themselves backyard birders. Attract more birds with this ...

A compliment directed toward an avid birder, one who is able to attract flocks of many bird species, might be to suggest a ...

Safflower seeds typically are pricier than black-oil sunflower seeds but provide high-fat, high-protein content that birds ...

Low cone crops in Canada are driving northern finch species south this winter, with sightings of pine siskins, redpolls and ...

Want more robins, tits and blackbirds in your garden this winter? Experts explain the simple food that helps them thrive.

One of my daily chores is to make sure the wild birds have adequate food. Some days it takes an extreme effort to shovel all ...

Nature lovers have been issued some tips about how to best provide food for your local birds to enjoy. Offering a variety of ...