Why Birds Have Different Types of Beaks
Birds have evolved a wide array of beak shapes and sizes, each suited to their specific ecological niche and dietary … Read more
Fun Bird Facts
10 Interesting Facts About Starlings
Odds are you’ve probably seen a European starling, whether it was just one bird wheeling its way across the sky … Read more
10 Facts About Summer Tanagers
Summer tanagers, scientifically known as Piranga rubra, are members of the Cardinalidae family, which also includes cardinals, grosbeaks, and buntings. … Read more
13 Blue-Throated Mountain Gem Facts
The Blue-throated Mountain Gem is a larger hummingbird found mainly in Mexico, but makes annual visits to the United States. … Read more
13 Facts About Lazuli Buntings (with Photos)
If you live in the western half of the United States, you’re likely to see these aquamarine songbirds throughout most … Read more
23 Violet-crowned Hummingbird Facts
The Violet-crowned Hummingbird, scientific name Leucolia violiceps, is a medium-sized species of hummingbird native to Mexico but visits the U.S. … Read more
13 Facts About Evening Grosbeaks (with Photos)
Evening Grosbeaks are hardy finches that thrive in high altitude forests. Despite their tendency to keep to older forests, they … Read more
12 Facts About Green Jays (with Photos)
While many types of jays are common in the U.S., there is one species that is a specialty only to … Read more
12 Facts About Scarlet Tanagers (with Photos)
Scarlet Tanagers are rather exotic summer visitors to the eastern United States. Males bring an unusually bright splash of red … Read more
11 Facts About Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers
The sound of a drumming Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers are hard to miss. The repetitive pecking sounds like the bird is punching … Read more