Northern Cardinal

Male cardinals are brilliant red all over, with a reddish bill and black face immediately around the bill. Females are … More

House Finch

Adaptable, colorful, and cheery-voiced, House Finches are common from coast to coast today, familiar visitors to backyard feeders. https://www.audubon.org/field-guide/bird/house-finch

White-throated Sparrows are brown above and gray below with a striking head pattern. The black-and-white-striped head is augmented by a … More

Carolina Chickadees have a black cap and bib separated by stark white cheeks. The back, wings, and tail are soft … More

The northern flicker is Alabama’s state bird where it is often referred to as the “Yellow-hammer.” The name “Yellow-hammer” comes from … More

The Pine Warbler is the only warbler that eats large quantities of seeds, primarily those of pines. This seed-eating ability … More

The Blue Jay frequently mimics the calls of hawks, especially the Red-shouldered Hawk. These calls may provide information to other … More

This Yellow-rumped Warbler is one of many wintering in my back yard. They enjoy taking a bath in the spring … More

A perennial favorite among people, the Northern Cardinal is the state bird of seven states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, … More

Carolina Wren adults live in pairs all year, and they may ‘duet’ at any season, with the female giving a … More