Birding

August 09, 2018 — Fifty-five years after the infamous prison closed, “The Rock” now hosts thousands of nesting gulls, cormorants, guillemots, and more.

August 08, 2018 — Ever wondered what it’s like to be a nest box monitor? A teen birder shares her adventures from the field.

July 31, 2018 — You don't have to visit Yosemite to see a lot of species.

July 30, 2018 — Summer is prime time to share the thrills of outdoor exploration with young ones.

July 16, 2018 — Summer is a great time to watch cute chicks grow—and understand how avian survival works.

July 03, 2018 — In its youth, our national symbol sports brown feathers on its head—making it easily confused with its rarer, golden cousin.

June 29, 2018 — LGBTQ birders are working together to make the hobby more inclusive and welcoming, while dealing with lingering challenges of acceptance.

June 29, 2018 — As parents-to-be, The Birdist and his wife considered birdy names for their son. Here's what they decided.

June 25, 2018 — Check the treetops for this popular menu item and up your odds of success.

June 12, 2018 — Here's how to find out if one's nesting by you—and what to do if one isn't.