Jan. 4—One of life's little pleasures is to watch birds coming to the feeder in the winter. Frequent visitors to my feeder include cardinals, chickadees, tufted titmice, house finches, downy ...

Compared to last year, white-breasted nuthatches likely will show up at fewer bird feeders this winter. But, compared to 30 years ago, the energetic little birds will be spotted at many more feeders.

There's nothing quite as delightful as getting a visit from a little backyard bird. From bluebirds to woodpeckers to hummingbirds, these avian beauties add music and movement to yards and gardens all ...

I was having a bird discussion with a woman some years ago when she made mention of "the upside-down bird" that was appearing outside her kitchen window. I knew right away that she meant a nuthatch, ...

Something Wild co-host Dave Anderson of the Forest Society has been enjoying his birdfeeders and considering the benefits. “Every morning, just before sunrise, I wait with steaming cup of coffee in ...

We observed the official change in the seasons from summer to autumn on Sept. 22. This was the Autumnal Equinox when we technically saw 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of night. With each passing ...

The white-breasted nuthatch is often observed walking and probing head-down on the trunks of large conifers in mature wooded areas. The first impression is a small bird with a very white head and ...

Many kinds of birds will be frequent visitors to your backyard feeders if you offer them a steady supply of their favorite seeds. This is especially true in winter when natural food sources are less ...

There’s an irruption going on this winter in the world of nature – and you might even be able to witness it in your own backyard. I’m not talking about a volcanic eruption, but rather an irruption of ...

Given a choice, birds choose feeders closest to cover to reduce the probability of predation and to save energy. A team of researchers in Illinois came to that conclusion after examining the effects ...

Studies show that spending time around birds and hearing birdsong can lower stress, ease anxiety and even help with depression symptoms. That's why having a bird feeder in your outdoor space can be a ...