Pileated Woodpecker

The Pileated Woodpecker is one of the biggest, most striking forest birds on the continent.

Doves on a Wire

Mourning Doves perch on telephone wires and forage for seeds on the ground; their flight is fast and bullet straight.

Female Cowbirds often remove an egg from “host” nest before laying one of her own. Known to have laid eggs … More

Rouens are a popular alternative to Mallards because they are nearly identical, but much larger so most are too heavy … More

In the early 20th century, Great White Egrets were almost hunted into extinction for their long, attractive feathers that were … More

The remarkable range expansion of the Cattle Egret represents one of the great avian success stories. Unknown in North America … More

My neighbors are raising Guinea Hens. I saw them walking around in their front yard and had to get a … More

Bluebirds commonly use nest boxes as well as old woodpecker holes. Bluebirds have returned to this nesting box in my … More

Blue Jays are known for their intelligence and complex social systems with tight family bonds.

Nearly any bird feeder you put out ought to attract Northern Cardinals (as long as you live within their range), … More