Mating for life is a rare habit among bird species. However, there are some birds who will keep the same partner year after year. Even if most birds have multiple partners throughout their life,...

If your hummingbird feeder empties quickly overnight, it may cause speculation that hummingbirds can be seen eating in the dark.  However, typically other creatures will eat the sweet nectar at...

Hawks and owls are two of the most common raptors in North America. Two species in particular, the red-tailed hawks and great horned owls, live in the same geographic ranges and are similar in...

Hummingbirds are busy during the day finding food, hovering in place, and drinking sweet nectar. These high-energy birds must rest to conserve energy for these activities. Hummingbirds sleep...

Blue jays are some of the loudest yet most beautiful birds native to eastern North America. They are referred to as true love birds, but do they mate for life?  Blue jays are monogamous and...

Blue jays are part of the same family as crows, ravens, and magpies. Though they look very different, they share the same intelligence and resourcefulness. Their bright coloring also belies their...