Bird Alert: The Search for Local Rarities

Searching for local rare birds is a mainstay of birding culture. Here’s an overview to get you started.

Matthew L. Miller

8 Birds to Spark a Kid’s Interest in Nature

Meet the birds that can ignite a lifelong interest in the natural world.

Matthew L. Miller

Want to Improve Your Outdoor Recreation? Try Birding.

It’s possible to enjoy time outdoors without paying attention to birds. But it’s a lot less fun.

Matthew L. Miller

A Simple Thing You Can Do to Benefit Backyard Birds and Bees

It’s time to ease up on the spring clean-up to help pollinators and other local wildlife.

Matthew L. Miller

Want to See Wild Predators? Follow the Prey

Want better quality wildlife sightings? Follow our tips, and you can see predators in action in your local neighborhood.

Matthew L. Miller

Want To Help Researchers Understand Fireflies?

Take a new look at the flashing fireflies in your backyard.

Matthew L. Miller

BirdCast: It’s Like a Weather Forecast, But for Birds

BirdCast provides real-time predictions of bird migrations: when birds are migrating, where they’re going, and how far they’re flying.

Justine E. Hausheer

A Beginner’s Guide to Butterfly Watching

Want to get started in butterfly watching? Here are some to see in your backyard.

Ken Keffer

Where Did Pigeons Come From?

The story behind our most ubiquitous urban birds.

Justine E. Hausheer

How to Remove Skunk Scent (And No, It’s Not Tomato Juice)

Did your pet have a run-in with a skunk? Here’s a three-ingredient recipe that actually works to remove the stench. No tomato juice required.

Lisa Ballard

The Importance of Being a Responsible Nest Box Host

Putting up a nest box may do more harm than good.

Kimberly Kaufman

The Field Herper: Finding Reptiles and Amphibians for Fun

Herping, finding reptiles and amphibians, is growing as a hobby.

Kris Millgate