Sierra Gorda, Mexico. Photo: Ewan Burns
Already using eBird? A little extra work in Tableau will give insight into how you bird—our conservation data specialist explains.
Radars may be designed to track storms, but flocks of can birds show up too. Learn to use that to your advantage.
Harness the power of the tweet and up your rarity-finding success.
You don't have to live in the middle of the woods to see an owl. Here's how and where to spot five species in towns and cities across the U.S.
Not all white birds are albino, and not all albino birds are white.
Part one in our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.
Part two of our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.
Part three of our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.
Part four of our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.
Part five of our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.
Part six of our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.
Part seven of our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.
Part eight of our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.
These hooters have surprisingly big vocabularies.
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A mix of two different species, these birds trick experts and novices alike.
One of our smallest owl species, they can be found in suburbs and cities.
Ducks, geese, and swans are extremely common. Take advantage of that to sharpen your birding skills.
As the seasons change, so do birds' feathers. A birder should be prepared.
Trains, buses, bikes, ferries, and ride shares can get you to that rare bird. Here’s how to make the best use of these options.
Ever birded among the buff? You may not have a choice if a good species shows up.
When in a canoe or kayak, you can observe and experience birds in a new way—and bank some memorable adventures while you're at it.
The diversity of shorebirds is stunning, but it can also be overwhelming. Here are four staple groups to get you started.
Sketching while outdoors or even at home will broaden your birding skill set and add a whole new dimension to the hobby.
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