Did you hear the soft, melodious song coming from the tree near your house this evening? Chances are, you've heard the male American Robin singing. Considered the species with the most abundant...
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Many birders out there would agree with me when I say the hummingbirds are one of the fascinating creatures of the avian world. They’re the only species of birds that can fly backward. The tiny...
Most people seem to think that the nests are birds' permanent homes. However, these avian creatures do not actually live inside their nests, at least not all year long. Birds follow specific yearly...
Nectarivorous birds have long bills and often have specialized tongues. Their bills help them reach deep into flowers to get at their nectar and pollen, while their tongues help them lap it up. In...
Most songbirds that come to your yard generally eat either seeds, fruits, or insects in the wild. And if you’re a bird enthusiast who has set up a feeder in their yard, I’m sure you’re feeding...
Last week, a few of my friends were sitting on the porch in the evening when the topic of owl diets came up. They began to discuss whether or not owls eat squirrels. One said, "of course they do!" as...