I’ve become The Bird Guy to my friends and family. When they see a bird they don’t recognize, I’m asked to identify it with nothing more than a blurry photo. When the algorithms feed them bird-related ...

Why birding is suddenly everywhere and how to get started.

Birding season has arrived, bringing with it many birds we have yet to identify. Birding apps are the solution, whether you're hearing an unfamiliar bird call or seeing a species you haven't ...

"A Scott & Nix edition"--page [ii]. Introduction : Classification of birds ; Equipment for birding ; Learning to identify birds ; Psychological effects and mistakes ; Variation in appearance ; ...

In Iowa, 212 bird species nest throughout the state during nesting season. Nesting season is a great opportunity for first-time birdwatchers to make observations and start identifying species. Expert ...

There’s a brand-new series of seven field guides to help people learn about the birds found in their region of the United States and Canada. The All About Birds Regional Field-Guide Series is built ...

Collins British Bird Identifier by Paul Stancliffe and Jeff Baker (HarperCollins, 2026).

Because birding requires little gear, and can be done almost anywhere, it’s a great activity for your next trip. Here’s what you need to know. By Elaine Glusac Elaine Glusac, an avid birder, is the ...

Q: This is our second year feeding the birds and last winter was slow. This year is better. We have a couple bird feeders and as you mentioned we stocked with finch seed and sunflower seeds. And there ...

Bird-watching, or birding, is an admittedly curious pastime. You're essentially spying on little feathery creatures trying to go about their lives. Rather than landing you in jail though, this hobby ...