Hummingbirds are a fascinating group of birds with many different characteristics, few of which are more interesting than their diet. You can often gain insight into a bird’s diet by looking at...

Hummingbird feeders can attract these beautiful birds to your yard, but hummingbirds aren’t the only creatures that feed on nectar. While butterflies don’t normally drink nectar from feeders,...

The ruby-throated hummingbird is a well-known and common hummingbird that covers a large part of the eastern United States.  These speedy “flying jewels” visit nectar feeders in people’s...

There are a few species of bluebirds throughout North America, but they’re all easily identifiable. Their blue feathers are so bright that many people find it hard not to feel happy when they see...

A highly adaptable little bird, the black-chinned hummingbird can be found in the mountains, semi-arid plains, river valleys, canyons, oak forests, and even in backyard gardens in residential areas....

Members of the corvid family, blue jays are bossy birds. Despite their aggressive vein, blue jays are typically seen as a good omen.  Blue jay symbolism ranges from strength and communication to...