The Hidden Hazards of Learning to Bird

The latest in the Zero to Hero: Birding series where -- among other things -- our newbie birder discovers that not everyone automatically assumes she's using those binoculars for birding.

Cara Cannon Byington

Zero to Hero: Birding Edition

Can someone who can't tell a house finch from a song sparrow become an expert birder in four months? Our blogger is about to find out.

Cara Cannon Byington

Ready, Set, Bird: 6 Spring Migration Hotspots

Spring migration is underway, so dust off your binoculars and check out our picks for great spring birding hotspots.

Justine E. Hausheer

The Hooting Season: Enjoying Great Horned Owls

Winter is the time to enjoy the great horned owl breeding season–a time when these charismatic birds are much easier to see and hear.

Matthew L. Miller