The ‘sapsucker’ part of the red-breasted sapsuckers name, while accurate, doesn’t tell you that this bird that is commonly found in the forests of North America is, in fact, a type of...

Red-tailed hawks are one of the most common raptors in North America, and can be found from coast to coast and as far north as Alaska.  Living in any landscape from mountains to prairies to...

Mockingbirds are known for their beautiful, varied, and mocking sounds and songs. The northern mockingbird is the only one of its species native to the United States.  They are popular amongst...

The paradise tanager is as beautiful as its name suggests. It’s a tropical bird with feathers in blue, red, green, and deep black. There’s more to the paradise tanager than meets the eye,...

Hummingbirds are some of the most popular birds that people attract to their yards using feeders. Their bright, flashy colors dazzle observers and attract attention from predators looking for an easy...

The great spotted woodpecker is the jackhammer of woodlands and parks. This black and white bird has a durable beak that is ideal for hammering away at trees as it searches for food, drills a new...