What Does a Black-Capped Chickadee Look Like? Meet the black-capped chickadee, a beginner backyard birder’s dream. The small songbirds are considerably curious about humans and comfortable in our ...

Are you an avid bird watcher wanting to know how to identify more birds? Or maybe you love seeing the flying creatures in your daily life and want to know what they’re called. Either way, you’ve come ...

Birding is a popular pastime for people of all ages. According to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, more than 45 million people enjoy watching birds. It’s a hobby you can pick up at any time, it’s ...

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 ...

MISSOULA, Mont. — Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks reminds hunters to be extra careful to identify grouse while in the field. Hunting sharp-tailed grouse is prohibited. FWP biologists and conservation ...

Every birder knows the wonderful feeling of hearing a new bird, followed by the desire to discover what bird you heard and then the thrill of correct identification. Whether you are a new birder with ...

Here’s why birding by ear is a “living-in-the-moment experience.” By Camille Baker This week, we invite participants to try birding by ear. Practice identifying five species common to your area by ...

Spring is here, and the air is full of birdsong. The Merlin Bird ID app tells you what type of birds you’re hearing … plus it’s quick, easy and free. With this software from the Cornell Lab of ...

Nature lovers can learn how to identify birds by song during a free program at 6:30 p.m. May 22 at Mentor Public Library’s Lake Branch, 5642 Andrews Road in Mentor-on-the-Lake. Lisa Rainsong will ...

Waking up to the dawn chorus of birds — one of the natural world’s greatest symphonies — is a joy like no other. It’s not surprising that bird-watching has become an increasingly popular hobby. A ...