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      • Hummingbirds in Your State
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      • Types of Woodpeckers in Each State (Pictures)
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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

iconic backyard birds

26 Most Iconic Backyard Birds in North America (Photos)

by Melanie Cruff

This article looks at a hand-selected group of North America’s most iconic backyard birds. Our list includes common backyard species … Read more

Categories Bird Lists
ivory billed woodpecker

Facts About The Ivory-billed Woodpecker

by Melanie Cruff

The ivory-billed woodpecker has long captivated the imagination of bird enthusiasts and scientists alike. This elusive and striking species, once … Read more

Categories Fun Bird Facts, Woodpeckers
White-throated sparrow branch

14 Facts About White-Throated Sparrows

by Melanie Cruff

White-throated sparrows can be seen across much of North America, and they are relatively easy to identify compared to some … Read more

Categories Fun Bird Facts
winter bird bath

Winter Bird Baths: Everything You Need To Know

by Melanie Cruff

In the brisk embrace of winter, providing resources for our feathered friends becomes even more important. Bird baths, even in … Read more

Categories Bird Baths
hummingbird at feeder

When to Take Your Hummingbird Feeders Down (In Each State)

by Melanie Cruff

If you love hummingbirds and have nectar feeders in your yard, are probably aware that most species that spend spring … Read more

Categories Bird Feeders, Hummingbirds
Photo collage of birds with pointy heads

14 Birds With Pointy Heads (with photos)

by Melanie Cruff

Colors and patterns may be some of the best ways to identify birds, however distinctive shapes can also help a … Read more

Categories Bird Lists
mosquitoes

How to Keep Mosquitoes Out of Bird Baths (4 Tips)

by Melanie Cruff

Bird baths are a great way to attract all sorts of different birds to your yard. However they can also … Read more

Categories Bird Baths, Deterring Pests, Guides & Tips
largest owls great gray eurasian eagle

8 of the Largest Owls (with Photos)

by Melanie Cruff

Owls are fascinating creatures with their large eyes, sharp talons, and silent flight. While there are over 200 species of … Read more

Categories Bird Lists, Birds of Prey
black and white birds

22 Black-and-White Birds (in North America)

by Melanie Cruff

Black and white birds are a striking sight in the avian world, with their bold and contrasting plumage patterns that … Read more

Categories Bird Lists
blue eggs

20 Birds With Blue Eggs (in North America)

by Melanie Cruff

Bird eggs tend to be various shades of brown, white, gray or blue. It can be exciting to come across … Read more

Categories Bird Lists
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  • Bird Identification
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      • Species of Hawks Found in Each State
      • Species of Owls Found in Each State
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  • Backyard Birding
    • Start Feeding Birds
      • Attracting Wild Birds by Species
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