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An Osprey emerges from the water gripping a bright red fish in its talons.
10 Fun Facts About the Osprey
June 08, 2026 — Widespread and awe-inspiring, these “sea hawks” are such skilled fishers that even Shakespeare took note.
Three Scarlet Macaws perch in a leafy tree full of green fruits.
Do Birds in the Tropics Have a Breeding Season—or Do They Just Mate All of the Time?
April 28, 2026 — You might think that the neotropics are one big mating party, but even in places that stay green and vibrant year-round, raising chicks comes with trade-offs.
Bird Nests and Breeding
Two goldfinches perched on thin branches lean towards each other, touching beaks.
10 Fun Facts About the American Goldfinch
April 24, 2026 — This drop of sunshine is a much pickier eater than you might realize—and for good reason.
An American Robin bends down holding its head close to the grass.
How Do American Robins Find Worms? Behold the Rich Sensory World of Birds
April 09, 2026 — From robins to owls and woodcocks, birds have brilliant ways of locating food underground.
Ask Kenn: Can I Identify Woodpeckers by Their Drumming?
March 30, 2026 — They can tell one another apart, so you’ve got a shot.
A Downy Woodpecker perches on the side of a house next to the holes and other damage she has made in the wood.
How to Keep Woodpeckers From Drilling Into Your Home
March 30, 2026 — The industrious birds can cause problems if they try to forage or nest in your walls, but there are several ways to safely ward them off.
A Ruffed Grouse stands on a mossy rock at dawn flapping his wings, evident by motion blur.
Here’s How Ruffed Grouse Make That Wild Drumming Sound—and How to Hear it for Yourself
March 27, 2026 — The secretive game bird’s unique courtship display is a treat for birders and a boon for science.
Bird Behavior
A Blue Jay spreads its wings and takes off from the top of a snowy pine tree.
10 Fun Facts About the Blue Jay
March 17, 2026 — Wait—who did you think planted all those forests across North America?
A Northern Cardinal hovering in front of a window fighting its reflection.
Why Birds Attack Windows and Mirrors—and How You Can Stop Them
March 10, 2026 — Have an aggressive bird obsessed with its own reflection? Protect it and your property with these simple tips.
A House Wren perches on a wooden fence post holding a bug in its beak.
10 Fun Facts About the Northern House Wren
February 05, 2026 — This little bird is a fighter with major pipes—and it probably lives in your neighborhood.