Winter can be a tricky time for birds, as food can be scarce. One of the best ways to support birds at this time of year is ...

It's peak feeding season. Birds can — and will — eat whatever they can get, so it's up to us to make sure we don't offer them ...

Millions of Americans enjoy feeding and watching backyard birds. Many people make a point of putting food out in winter, when birds needs extra energy, and spring, when many species build nests and ...

Are birds most active at feeders in winter or summer? These simple tips will help you attract birds in all seasons.

Attracting birds is fun and educational. There’s no easier way to become more aware of the diversity of birds that surrounds us than to put out a backyard feeder and simply glance at it from time to ...

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Are you one of the 59 million people who feed birds in the United States? If yes, you are involved in the second-most popular hobby after gardening. Feeding wild birds has been an American tradition ...

Dozens of birds love suet, especially woodpeckers. But backyard bird hosts face a confusing array of packaged suet combos. How to choose? In short, it's not by price. True suet is the fat that ...

Ever notice how a quiet yard suddenly comes alive when birds drop by? Their visits bring color, music, and a surprising bonus ...

DEAR JOAN: Many of our friends and neighbors have bird feeders or scatter seeds for them. My question is why is it considered a good thing to feed the wild birds, put up birdhouses and owl boxes when ...

Crows are living proof that the term "bird-brained" should be considered a compliment, not an insult. While it's hard to draw a direct comparison between human and animal intelligence, crows ...