Do cardinals mate for life? Yes! Cardinals frequently mate for life, with some pairs staying together all year long nesting their territory. In other instances, cardinals may leave their territory to join a winter flock, but they usually reunite in spring in their nesting area. The male and female cardinals communicate with each other through […]

In this extensive birding guide, we will be looking at orange breasted birds of all types. We have compiled information on 18 species of orange breasted birds which includes hummingbirds, finches, orioles and even a falcon. Each one having their very own distinctive coloring, you will learn how to easily identify these flaming flyers the […]

With binoculars in hand and an eye to the sky, many birders set out with their birding journals to find some lifer birds to record. But judging a bird by its cover, its colorful plumage and the shape of its body, is not the only way to identify your feathered friends. Differentiating between bird species […]

Hawks are predatory birds from the family Accipitridae which they share with eagles and kites. They live mostly on hunting small mammals and birds and can often be seen circling high in the sky or perched on a high post as they search the ground for their prey. In this article, we’re taking a look […]

Hawks are considered birds of prey, also known as raptors, and are a large group that contains more than 200 species in the world. In the United States, there are about 25 species of hawks. Today, we’re taking a look at the 7 hawks found in Florida. This bird of prey is medium in size, […]

Many cities in the US are swarming with bird activity, and there are measures to ensure it remains that way. Programs like the National Audubon Society’s Lights Out campaign and the National Wildlife Federation’s Community Wildlife Habitat certification have had success in making communities safer for birds. The best places to live for birders consider […]

Yes, robins do travel in flocks. For robins, more pairs of eyes mean being able to spot predators and food much more quickly. They do keep their flocks loose in order to give each other plenty of space. When robins gather in flocks, they almost always roam into areas that are very spacey. They stay […]

In this article, we’re going to look at some interesting hummingbird facts and myths: ranging all the way from their behavior to their biology. Hummingbird Facts and Myths: The Facts 1. Hummingbirds fly exclusively on instinct. The mothers do not teach their young to fly at all. The hummingbirds’ pectoral muscles make up about a […]

While the world holds more than 300 species of hummingbirds, fewer than a couple of dozen travel so far into the north as to reach the United States. Only a handful can be found remaining here year-round. These jewel-feathered treasures are beloved, with thousands of yards welcoming them using nectar-rich flowers and hummingbird feeders for […]

Hummingbirds are in constant danger by having to travel great distances to find food. You can help this wonderful migrating bird by setting up a sanctuary in your backyard. But how do you do that? In this in-depth guide, you will discover the steps for creating a hummingbird sanctuary. Next, I show you how to […]