Birding

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.

Bluebirds are medium-size birds that eat plants and insects. The color of the male bluebird is brighter than that of the female bluebird. Both sexes are the same size and have the same color...

If you raise chickens or want to raise them then eventually you will have a hen that wants to set and hatch out eggs. This is good way to get new stock and if you have children a great way to...

Swallows are classified as perching birds. They are found on every continent except for Antarctica. Swallows are insect eaters, flying with great agility through the air to catch them on the wing.

The belted kingfisher is a common bird throughout North America, but one that many people have never seen. Skilled at diving into the water and capturing fish for a meal, the belted kingfisher has...

In 1970 the New York state legislature passed a motion to adopt the Eastern Bluebird as the state bird. Long thought to be a sign off good luck by humans, the Eastern Bluebird saw its numbers...

The American Robin is the state bird of Connecticut and has been ever since the Connecticut General Assembly declared it to be so in 1943. The robin was named by the early New England colonists...

Bluebirds are attractive birds that add beauty to anyone's garden. They have their own special nest box that can be mounted as early as March. Bluebirds love a bird bath, nearby perches for...

A falcon nest box provides falcons with a place to lay their eggs and care for their young. If you see a falcon in your area build a falcon nest box and it will likely use it to nest and stay out...

Mourning doves can easily be enticed to your area. All you need is a tall tree that has lots of vegetation and a basket to nest in. The mourning doves will lay their eggs in the nest basket and...

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...

Add interest to your garden by attracting wildlife. Birds can bring peace and tranquility and dynamic life to your garden. Provide the basic necessities for any bird, and it will make your garden...

The Thrush bird is a small forest loving bird with several species to identify. While they vary in shape, size and color, the Thrush share similar diets, habits and living conditions. Find...

There are about 9 types of wren in North America. These birds usually are secretive, nesting in holes, trees or birdhouses. Their short down-turned bills make them excellent insect-catchers....