Birding

What's That Bird at Your Suet Feeder?
December 27, 2016 — It's probably one of these eight hungry visitors.
Listen to the Quirky Call of the Long-tailed Duck
December 26, 2016 — It's hard to mistake this bird.
Hawaii Counts: Meet 10 Island Birds Now Eligible For Your Life List
December 22, 2016 — The American Birding Association recently voted to include Hawaii birds in their official checklist. Get to know some of the newcomers.
Putting Merlin's New Bird Photo ID Tool to the Test
December 20, 2016 — We tried out the app's newest feature using photos from an SLR camera, smartphone pictures, and even our subpar art skills.
How the Stealthy Saw-whet Owl Duped Scientists for a Century
December 20, 2016 — Once thought to be rare and non-migratory by researchers, it turns out this little owl is just the opposite.
One Birder's Yearlong Quest to Photograph Every Bird Species In Washington State
December 19, 2016 — In a different kind of big year, a Seattle woman set out to capture each of the state's birds and their various habitats.
The Best New Gear for Birding This Winter
December 16, 2016 — Our favorite picks to help keep you comfortable when the mercury drops.
A Photo ID Quiz That's Perfect for Beginner Birders
December 14, 2016 — Test your birding knowledge with 10 species often found during the Christmas Bird Count.
Why Woodpeckers Can Safely Slam Their Faces Into Trees
December 12, 2016 — These birds are highly evolved to do one job.