If you enjoy watching and admiring birds, Cornell University wants your help in February by just taking some pictures.

“Millions of birds will migrate through the Mississippi Flyway to Louisiana as early as February through March, with peak migration mid to late April,” said Jane Patterson, president and education ...

Birdwatching is a popular wintertime activity, whether in the natural environment or at a backyard birdfeeder. Winter plumage ...

Store bird seed indoors in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight and protected from extreme temperatures and humidity, such as a garage or basement. “Bird seed stays freshest below 80 degrees ...

With just a few common supplies, a basic glass jar can be transformed into something useful outdoors, adding purpose to ...

What started as a backyard event has gone global over the past 30 years, and more people are always being invited to the party. The Great Backyard Bird Count has added participants around the world ...

The Chicago premiere of the play at A Red Orchid Theatre has a gripping generational dialogue between a father and daughter ...

Count birds in your community with your kids and friends during the Great Backyard Bird Count in 2026 over 3 days in Feburary ...

For instance, researchers use the backyard sightings that users submit to Project FeederWatch —a joint program run by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Birds Canada —to track long-term changes in ...

Octogenarian Maeve Kim and college student Isaac Wood-Lewis explain the broad appeal of birding for all ages, especially in the winter bird-feeder season.

The sunny yellow-hued American goldfinch, which has a black forehead marking, can be seen all over the states. For a real birdwatching activity, fill a seed bag with thistle and watch flocks of them ...

Ready to learn about bird-watching for beginners? Grab binoculars and a field guide, connect with other birders, then go see more species.