The red-flanked bluetail has appeared at a park near the Potomac River, marking only the second time the species has been ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The West Virginia Botanic Garden hosted a bird watching event as part of the annual Great Backyard Bird Count on Saturday, ...

Birds need three things to thrive: food, shelter, and water. Your birdbath has water. A native vine nearby provides food and shelter, bringing in more birds.

Avian enthusiasts around the world will identify and count birds from February 13 through February 16 as part of a massive community science project. SciAm editor Kate Wong will be! If you’re planning ...

Hummingbirds like the broad-tailed, black-chinned, rufous, and calliope varieties arrive in the mountainous West in spring ...

No major cicada broods will emerge in 2026, but stragglers from 13‑ and 17‑year cycles may appear in several states. Here’s ...

For many people, birdwatching starts as a quiet outdoor hobby. A pair of binoculars, a walk through a wooded trail or neighborhood park, and the simple challenge of spotting different species can turn ...

"For the love of God stop planting this monstrosity if it's not native to the region you're planting it in or if it's listed ...

Birdwatching may strengthen the brain.

These large, beautiful, long-legged waders add a dimension to the outdoors life in March — and one that is heard now more ...

Let's be honest: there's no such thing as completely squirrel-proof bird feeders. But you can cut down on squirrels' visits by trying these feeders and tips.

Here are some of the best things to do this week in San Diego, from Monday, March 9 to Friday, March 13. Check back Wednesday ...