Learn all about bird photography and view galleries of images from readers and curated galleries from the editors.
Our selections from the first half of April 2022 include a close-up of a Ruffed Grouse, four Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks soaking up the sun, and a male Painted Bunting at a feeder. Read More “Photos of the day: April 1-15, 2022”
Winter home of more than 50,000 cranes and other birds was the site of a livestreamed photography event. Read More “Wintering cranes, geese at Bosque del Apache shine in Canon workshop”
Our selections from the second half of March include photos of a vibrant Roseate Spoonbill, an active Reddish Egret, a beautiful Steller’s Jay, and more! Read More “Photos of the day: March 16-31, 2022”
Our selections from the first half of March include photos of a White Stork, an acrobatic Red-breasted Nuthatch, a close-up of a Green Jay, and more! Read More “Photos of the day: March 1-15, 2022”
The intense courtship rituals of Ruddy Ducks and other waterfowl offer dramatic scenes for photographers. Read More “Photographing waterfowl during breeding season”
Featuring images of American Wigeons, a male Black-backed Woodpecker, a Red-tailed Hawk in flight, and more. Read More “Photos of the day: February 16-28, 2022”
Karen Griggs Winchester’s stunning photo of crane colts resting on their mother’s back won the top prize! Read More “2021 Bird Portrait Contest first place: Sandhill Cranes”
Dennis Stogsdill’s up-close photo of a Southern Ground Hornbill’s face and especially its eyelashes takes second place in our contest. Read More “2021 Bird Portrait Contest second place: Southern Ground Hornbill”
Intimate moment between adult plover and chick earns high praise. Read More “2021 Bird Portrait Contest third place: Piping Plovers”
Our 12 finalists include terrific images of Piping Plover, Great Gray Owl, Southern Ground Hornbill, Allen’s Hummingbird, and more! Read More “2021 Bird Portrait Contest finalists”
