Young Northern Cardinal Molting: A Glimpse at a Male in Transition
Discover the beauty of Northern Cardinal molting. See how young males transition from juvenile feathers to their bold red plumage.
Backyard birds
Eastern Bluebird Feeding Young: Parenting in the Backyard
Eastern Bluebird feeding young shows parent devotion beyond the nest. Discover how they raise fledglings and how to help in your yard.
American Robin at Birdbath Drops Plastic Before Drinking
An American Robin at a birdbath drops a strip of plastic before drinking. Discover possible reasons for this curious behavior.
Tufted Titmouse Mid-molt: Still Full of Personality
Tufted Titmouse molting in late summer is natural. These scruffy birds still show bold personality even mid-molt.
American Robin Nesting Habits in a Plastic-filled World
American Robin nesting habits adapt to human environments, sometimes using plastic waste. Learn how to keep their homes safe.
Carolina Chickadee Feeds on a Sunflower It Accidentally Planted
A Carolina Chickadee feeds on a sunflower it may have helped plant, showing nature’s beautiful full-circle design.
Eastern Bluebird Fledglings Take Flight: A Morning Full of Surprises
Eastern Bluebird fledglings leave the nest, facing challenges and surprises on their first day out in the wild.
Eastern Bluebird Fledgling Watch: A Hot Day of Waiting
Eastern Bluebird fledgling watch update: Two chicks still in the box as parents persist in feeding and cleaning during extreme heat.