The northern flicker is a gorgeous species of woodpecker with a distinctive red cheek and black bib. They’re great visitors to backyards both because of their plumage and because they can help you...

If you want more hummingbirds to come to your yard, offer them plants that they love!  Hummingbirds need to eat a lot to maintain their energy for flying, breeding, raising their young, and...

The Allen’s hummingbird is frequently found in central Mexico and the western coast of California and southern Oregon.  These birds are often mistaken as rufous hummingbirds, but there are...

Birds need to hydrate to stay healthy, just like all animals, and finding water in the wild can be difficult, especially during the dry season. This begs these questions: how do birds find water,...

Neglecting your bird feeders and bird baths can be problematic for both you and the birds. Dirty feeders can attract pests. Pests often prevent birds from using the feeders, and they might even...

Are you a nature lover looking to attract more warblers to your yard?  Watching these vibrant and colorful birds flitting around your garden can be a mesmerizing sight, and you can make it a...