From the Editor
Landmarks
Some heroes stand up for hawks and plovers, while others launch magazines for birders. I’m proud to know both.
Features
The hawkaholics of Philadelphia
How amateur naturalists became hooked on the lives of urban Red-tailed Hawks.
The well-rounded birder
Listing isn’t the be-all and end-all of birding. We also need to find joy in birds’ beauty and diversity.
Birding the Upper Texas Coast
An insider’s guide to 18 astounding hotspots in the Lone Star State.
Subtle songster
Often overlooked, the little-studied Say’s Phoebe brings the wild close to home in western North America.
Columns
Since You Asked
Answers to your questions
Why birds fly into wind turbines and why backyard birds may sometimes abandon feeders.
Birder at Large
Clarion call
We have caused problems for birds in the past and fixed them, and we can do it again.
Attracting Birds
Shopping tips
Advice on how to buy birdseed, suet, and other feeder fare.
Amazing Birds
The 200th issue
Our founding editor recalls the early days of Birder’s World.
ID Tips
Specialty birds of Florida
Tips for identifying "Cape Sable" Seaside Sparrow, Gray Kingbird, Black-whiskered Vireo, and other Sunshine State specialties.
ID Toolkit
Reading glances
Follow a bird’s gaze to find raptors.
Hotspots Near You
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301. Florida Canyon, Coronado National Forest, Arizona
A terrific spot to look for Rufous-capped Warbler southeast of Tucson.
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302. Ray Roberts Lake State Park, Valley View, Texas
A multi-unit state park north of Dallas-Fort Worth that is home to more than 200 bird species, including Painted Bunting, Greater Roadrunner, and more.
Also in Every Issue
Birding Briefs
Important news about birds, birdwatching, and conservation.
Bookshelf
New books from David Sibley, Doug Tallamy, and Bernd Heinrich.