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  • Bird Identification
    • Common Birds in Each State
    • Songbirds
    • Hummingbirds
      • Hummingbirds in Your State
    • Woodpeckers
      • Types of Woodpeckers in Each State (Pictures)
    • Birds of Prey
      • Species of Hawks Found in Each State
      • Species of Owls Found in Each State
      • Falcons Species in Each State
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Melanie Cruff

Melanie is an environmental scientist, birdwatcher, and amateur photographer. She's been a birding hobbyist for years and loves feeding and learning about birds of all types. Over the years, Melanie has identified more than 250 bird species, with sightings of the Atlantic Puffin, Hawaiian Goose, and Arctic Tern among her most cherished.

*Has written 323 article(s) for Bird Feeder Hub

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North American Titmice (Overview)

by Melanie Cruff

Titmice are charming and energetic songbirds that belong to the family Paridae. These small, crested birds are known for their … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Fun Bird Facts, Guides & Tips
chickadees

North American Chickadees (Overview)

by Melanie Cruff

Chickadees are a backyard favorite for many bird watchers. Their small, rounded bodies and white cheeks give them a cute … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Songbirds
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House Wren Overview: Behavior, Habitat, Facts

by Melanie Cruff

House wrens, tiny yet spirited songbirds, are a favorite among backyard bird watchers for their lively personalities and melodious songs. … Read more

Categories Guides & Tips, Songbirds
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Northern Flicker (Overview)

by Melanie Cruff

While the word woodpecker isn’t in their name, the Northern Flicker is indeed a member of the woodpecker family. They … Read more

Categories Guides & Tips, Woodpeckers
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Gray Catbird (Overview)

by Melanie Cruff

The gray catbird is a charming yet secretive songbird known for its cat-like calls and melodious song. Found throughout North … Read more

Categories Bird Lists, Songbirds
Baltimore Oriole, Icterus galbula, sitting on green moss branch. Tropic bird tanager in the nature habitat. Wildlife in Costa Rica. Orange black mountain bird in dark green forest, clear background.

When Do Baltimore Orioles Return Each Year?

by Melanie Cruff

As spring arrives so to do the migrating songbirds. Surely one of the most eagerly anticipated arrivals is that of … Read more

Categories Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info, Songbirds
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Potted Plants That Attract Hummingbirds (20 Ideas)

by Melanie Cruff

Attracting hummingbirds to your garden or balcony can be a rewarding endeavor, and it’s easier than you might think. By … Read more

Categories Garden Corner, Hummingbirds
hummingbird bottle feeder

DIY Hummingbird Feeders (4 Awesome Ideas)

by Melanie Cruff

Creating your own hummingbird feeder is a simple, rewarding project you can work on solo, as a group crafting project, … Read more

Categories Bird Feeders, Hummingbirds
butterfly flowers garden

Where To Get Your Pollinator Garden Certification

by Melanie Cruff

If you love to garden, you may want to consider steering your efforts towards supporting biodiversity and native wildlife with … Read more

Categories Garden Corner, Guides & Tips
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24 Birds Named After U.S. States

by Melanie Cruff

You might assume a bird with state in it’s name is commonly found within that state. That is certainly the … Read more

Categories Bird Lists, Birds 101 - General Bird Educational Info
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  • Bird Identification
    • Common Birds in Each State
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      • Hummingbirds in Your State
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      • Species of Hawks Found in Each State
      • Species of Owls Found in Each State
      • Falcons Species in Each State
    • Waterfowl
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    • Start Feeding Birds
      • Attracting Wild Birds by Species
    • Bird Feeders
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