Birding

Bluebirds are fun to observe for their color and wonderful to have around because they help control insect populations. But even the finest bluebird house can fail to attract these picky creatures...

Martins are a type of swallow that live throughout the United States during summer months. Purple Martins are distinguished from other swallows by their large size and dark belly. East of the...

Birds, the only animals with feathers, are found all over the world and in a number of different habitats. According to the Columbia Encyclopedia, there are approximately 9,000 species of birds....

Birdwatchers all over the world build birdhouses that attract a certain species of birds. Different types of birds have definite opinions on what kinds of houses they like. Purple martins are...

Making your first bird house. Here are tips on how to go about building it; what to consider, what you'll need, bird house plans, and recommendations from experts.

Building birdhouse is not difficult. There are many different ways to construct them. The main thing to remember is they must give shelter from the weather, be ventilated, have drainage, allow...

European House Sparrows are more than just a nuisance to Native Bluebirds, they are a threat to their very lives. House Sparrows will kill Bluebirds and their babies and build a new nest right on...

Learn how to identify the House Wren when summer birding, in this free video clip.

If you have ever wondered what to do with your empty coffee can then this project is for you. With an empty coffee can you can make a bird house that looks like a bee. It will add a whimsical...

Martins are delightful, social birds that actually enjoy watching us watching them. They winter in South America and send male scouts north every spring to find locations for their colonies. Once...

A Purple Martin house can be made of wood, plastic or aluminum. They are available in many styles. What you choose is dependent upon your personal preference, but there are many things you need to...

Almost all wrens are small, brown and very cautious. They like to raise their young in crevices and small areas away from predators. You can build a wren house for your yard to bring these little...

Unlike some birding activities, the key to attracting a purple martin population year after year does not lie in providing the right food. Purple martins feed exclusively on flying insects and do...

With their brilliant blue feathers, the bluebird is a fascinating species to watch. Their courting and nesting behaviors make the state bird of Missouri one of the more unique birds' native to the...

Finches in North America are classified in three main groups: Goldfinches, Red Finches and Winter Finches. Their song varies, from a harsh rising rattling sound to thin clear notes. Finches are...