Determining the age of songbirds in the field generally requires close views, careful study, and some experience. But in a few species in spring, the … Read More “David Sibley: How feather color can reveal a songbird’s age”
Scarlet Tanager
Study: Migratory birds arriving late to breeding grounds
New research shows climate change is altering the delicate seasonal clock that North American migratory songbirds rely on to successfully mate and raise healthy offspring, … Read More “Study: Migratory birds arriving late to breeding grounds”
Photo gallery: Seven pictures of vivid Scarlet Tanager
We love Scarlet Tanager, and we know David Flaspohler does too. His first-person account of an extremely close encounter with the bird is a highlight … Read More “Photo gallery: Seven pictures of vivid Scarlet Tanager”
Photo gallery: 10 shots of beautiful spring migrants
More and more contributors to our galleries have posted photos of migrant birds they’ve spotted during spring. We love seeing them all! Here are 10 of … Read More “Photo gallery: 10 shots of beautiful spring migrants”
Julie Craves answers readers’ questions about Eastern Bluebird, Great Horned Owl, and more
In every issue of BirdWatching, Contributing Editor Julie Craves answers readers’ questions about birds and bird behavior in her column “Since You Asked.” Julie … Read More “Julie Craves answers readers’ questions about Eastern Bluebird, Great Horned Owl, and more”