The Joy of Birds
Birds bring us happiness in so many ways—especially in uncertain times. Whether you're just looking for a lift or in desperate need of distraction, look no further than this birdy care package, from Audubon to you.
Photography
2022 Audubon Photography Awards: Winners and Honorable Mention
The finest images from last year's contest showed birdlife at its most tranquil, clever, and powerful.
Enjoy More Fantastic Bird Photos
Audubon Photography Awards
Make Some Time for These Adorable and Awkward Baby Bird Photos
Here are 15 of our favorite shots featuring chicks from the 2021 Audubon Photography Awards.
Audubon Photography Awards
These Delightful Photos Highlight How Native Plants Support Birds
Appreciate some of the top submissions for the Plants for Birds category of the 2021 Audubon Photography Awards
Audubon Photography Awards
Our Favorite Female Bird Shots From the 2021 Audubon Photography Awards
This stunning collection celebrates the beauty and ingenuity of 15 birds that do not often get the spotlight.
Get Ready for Spring Migration
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding
Birdist Rule #70: Get Prepared for Spring Migration
Know where you need to be, when you need to be there, and what you might see.
News
Do Yourself a Favor This Spring: Go See the American Woodcock’s ‘Sky Dance’
Timberdoodles have one of the wildest mating rituals among North American birds, and you should definitely check it out. Here’s how.
News
How to Tell Apart Sound-Alike Warblers
Migrants have started arriving—and with them, plenty of confusion. This guide to commonly confused songs will help.
Birding
Learn How to Start Birding by Ear
Prepare for spring migrants with our six-part birding-by-ear series. By the end, you'll be able to better ID birds through their vocalizations.
Better Know Some Birds
Better Know a Bird
Better Know a Bird: The Clark's Nutcracker and Its Obsessive Seed Hoarding
Better Know a Bird
Better Know a Bird: The Wild and Kinky Mating Rituals of the Crested Auklet
Better Know a Bird
Better Know a Bird: The American Coot and Its Wonderfully Weird Feet
Better Know a Bird
Better Know a Bird: How Harris’s Hawks Hunt Like Wolves to Bring Down Prey
Learn Some Fun Bird Facts
News
10 Fun Facts About the White-throated Sparrow
From their viral tunes to their bizarre genetics, this backyard favorite is full of surprises.
Birds
10 Fun Facts About the Baltimore Oriole
From their brief taxonomic hiatus to their intense sugar cravings, there’s a lot to know about these brilliant birds
News
10 Fun Facts About the American Woodcock
Find out why one of North America’s oddest-looking birds is also among the most beloved.
Watch Something Funny
Consider Picking Up a Camera
Tips and How-Tos
How to Compose the Perfect Bird Photo
Follow these three simple tips to capture the best shot possible.
Tips and How-Tos
How to Use Lighting and Angles to Take Better Bird Photos
Great light and the right perspective can really turn your shot around.
Tips and How-Tos
How to Master Migrant Warbler Photography
Warblers aren't the most cooperative subjects, but they are one of the most beautiful and addictive. Follow this advice to best capture the elusive birds.
Tips and How-Tos
How to Set Up the Perfect Perch for Backyard Bird Photography
These tips will get you and your subject in position for a great image.
Tips and How-Tos
How to Photograph Birds With a Smartphone
You already own a powerful tool for snapping birds. Here’s how to make the most of it.
Tips and How-Tos
How to Shoot (Good) Bird Videos with Your Camera
Do you want to capture a bird's every dip and call? Learn to break in the video mode on your digital camera.
Catch Up on BirdNote Radio
Just Have a Laugh
News
When Is a Bird a ‘Birb’? An Extremely Important Guide
The internet meme has been around for seven years now, so it's high time we establish some ground rules.
News
What’s the Difference Between a ‘Borb’ and a ‘Floof’?
Now that we know what constitutes a birb, it's time to break down the internet's other two nicknames for birds.
News
If I Were a Robot, Here's All the Awesome Birding Features I'd Have
Eventually we'll all be cyborgs, so you might as well start thinking about it.
Birds in the News
Five Bird Calls That Will Make You Laugh
Check out these dumb (but endearing) sounds, courtesy of The Birdist.
News
A Birder's Dilemma: Should You Name Your Baby After a Bird?
As parents-to-be, The Birdist and his wife considered birdy names for their son. Here's what they decided.
The Sketch
The Shoebill: Or, the Most Terrifying Bird in the World
Are you ready for this thing? I don't think you're ready for this thing.
Bird Guide App
Spend Some Time On the Audubon Bird Guide App
With more than 800 North American species to explore, our newly updated app allows you maintain your life list more easily and even set up bird alerts.
Keep Your Mental Health in Mind
News
Birding With Benefits: How Nature Improves Our Mental Mindsets
Mounting scientific evidence supporting the health benefits of the outdoors is helping shape innovations in medicine, education, and more.
Birding
How to Boost Your Mindfulness and Empathy While Birding
Turning your focus to nature and wildlife can help allay stress and anxiety. But always make others feel at ease, too.
Culture
Three Perspectives on Discovering the Mental Health Benefits of Nature
The outdoors may help us focus or heal, but many grow up isolated from it.
Virtually Tour the Audubon Mural Project
Audubon Mural Project
Cerulean Warbler by Tom Sanford
Audubon Mural Project
Black-capped Vireo by George Boorujy
Audubon Mural Project
Northern Saw-whet Owl by Summer McClinton
Audubon Mural Project
Townsend’s Warbler by ATM
Start Your Own Project
Activities
Making Seed Balls to Help Birds
With this simple DIY, you can spread the power of native plants far and wide.
Bird-Friendly Communities
How to Make a Birdbath
Help your feathered friends beat the heat this summer with this easy DIY birdbath.
Activities
How to Make a DIY Bird Feeder From Recycled Materials
Attract birds to your yard with a project that's fun for kids of all ages.
News
Build a Brush Pile for Birds
This simple backyard project offers shelter for birds in all seasons.
Video
Make Your Own Suet
With this easy vegetarian recipe, you can attract insect lovers like woodpeckers and nuthatches.
Audubon for Kids
Make Migration-Friendly Window Decorations
Help your feathered friends through their journey with an easy DIY project.
Try New Ways to Bird
News
Can't Take a Birding Vacation? Try Google Street View Instead
A flourishing Facebook group is using the mapping tool to find birds all over the world—and they've already checked off hundreds of species.
News
Birding Like It’s 1899: Inside a Blockbuster American West Video Game
In "Red Dead Redemption 2," a birder finds joy and despair in a realistic portrayal of wildlife in the pre-conservation era.
News
My Brief Reign and Embarrassing Fall as a Fantasy Birder
Here's where I failed and the best players cleaned up during 2019's inaugural fantasy birding season.
