Hearing aids can help us hear high-frequency birdsongs
Laura’s digital hearing aids have a setting that is programmed to help her hear birds again. Read More “Hearing aids can help us hear high-frequency birdsongs”
Birding for Beginners
Learn how to attract and feed birds, make your yard bird friendly, find answers to readers’ questions about birds, and more.
Raptor rehab centers in the U.S. and Canada
Find an organization near you that rehabilitates birds of prey. Read More “Raptor rehab centers in the U.S. and Canada”
Dealing with birds of prey at your feeders
It’s OK to rethink your feeder setup if a raptor shows up. Read More “Dealing with birds of prey at your feeders”
Keys to attracting orioles to your yard
Oranges, nectar, jelly, and native plants can bring the pretty songbirds to your yard. Read More “Keys to attracting orioles to your yard”
Count birds this weekend during the Great Backyard Bird Count
Just tally birds for 15 minutes on one or more days of the count and enter your totals online. Read More “Count birds this weekend during the Great Backyard Bird Count”
Native oak trees available from Costco
Four varieties certified by Audubon available until June 21. Read More “Native oak trees available from Costco”
Why robins sit on empty nests
A reader asks about a female robin’s behavior on their property. Read More “Why robins sit on empty nests”
What birders should know about GMO products in bird food
Why we should think twice before offering birds food with corn. Read More “What birders should know about GMO products in bird food”
Tips for native-plant gardening while sheltering in place
Naturalist David Mizejewski offers advice for attracting birds with native plants while we shelter in place. Read More “Tips for native-plant gardening while sheltering in place”
A birdfeeding shopping list
Contributing Editor Laura Erickson provides advice on how to buy birdseed, suet, and other feeder fare. Read More “A birdfeeding shopping list”