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Pygmy Nuthatches: Energetic Birds of the West
The smallest of North American nuthatches, the unique pygmy nuthatch uses nest helpers and roosts communally in winter.
Jan 14, 2011
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Damian Fagan
New Zealand's Unique Birds
New Zealand's bird fauna evolved in isolation for millions of years with no mammalian predators until the arrival of humans - causing many extinctions.
Jan 13, 2011
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Suzan Phillips
Some Facts About the House Martin, Swallow and Swift
The Swallow, Swift and House Martin are beautiful, agile birds that are similar. There are, however, individual features that tell them apart.
Jan 13, 2011
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Linda Smallwood
Building a Garden Pond and Making a Bird Box for the Garden
Children will love to help with these outdoor projects to encourage birds and other wildlife to visit the garden.
Jan 11, 2011
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Linda Smallwood
Public Reminded to Feed the Birds as Great Freeze Continues
The robin, a traditional symbol of Christmas, is among several bird species in danger of "near extinction" if this extreme wintry weather continues.
Dec 22, 2010
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Josie Budd
Some Facts about Swallows
A summary of some essential facts about swallows (barn swallows) - their appearance, behaviour, breeding behaviour, feeding and conservation status.
Dec 22, 2010
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John Welford
Feeding British Garden Birds in Winter
Snow and ice make it hard for garden birds to find food in winter. Feeding them helps them survive and puts on a great show.
Dec 3, 2010
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Richard Mudhar
Owl Facts: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Owls
Owls are amazing birds. This article looks at the life of these unique birds and considers the way owls have been represented in books, film and mythology.
Nov 30, 2010
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Harriet Simpson
The Silky-Flycatchers, Sleek & Beautiful Western Hemisphere Birds
The family Ptilogonatidae consists of just four species in three genera. The Phainopepla, widespread in Mexico, is the only North American representative.
Nov 14, 2010
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Bob Bowers
The Great Horned Owl, Most Widespread Owl in the Americas
A year-round resident throughout North America, Mexico and much of South America, the Great Horned Owl is easily identified by its haunting, hooting call.
Nov 5, 2010
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Bob Bowers
The Xantus' Hummingbird, Baja California's Only Endemic Hummer
Mexico hosts some 65 hummingbird species, nearly triple those found in North America. Of these, just 7 are regularly seen in Baja, and only one is endemic.
Oct 23, 2010
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Bob Bowers
Some Facts about Barn Owls
A summary of basic facts about the barn owl, including its appearance, behaviour, breeding and feeding.
Oct 22, 2010
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John Welford
The Broad-tailed Hummingbird, High-elevation Mountain Hummer
This member of the genus Selasphorus breeds and nests in nine mountainous states of the western United States, and is typically found above 5,000 feet.
Oct 22, 2010
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Bob Bowers
The Arctic Tern, the Bird that Migrates the Farthest
Many animals, from Monarch butterflies to Gray whales migrate thousands of miles twice annually. The most impressive feat of all is that of the Arctic Tern.
Oct 11, 2010
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Bob Bowers
Ways of Reducing Stress for Winter Birds that Don't Fly South
Birds that don't migrate during the winter need food, water & shelter to survive. Providing a roost box, birdbath and feeder makes a great family project.
Sep 17, 2010
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Mary King
The Calliope Hummingbird, Smallest Bird in North America
Just 24 of some 320 species of hummingbirds have been documented in North America. Of these, the Calliope is the smallest and one of the most charming.
Sep 16, 2010
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Bob Bowers
Make Your Own Suet Cakes
During cold weather your backyard birds will welcome suet cakes to help keep them warm. Make your own for very little money.
Sep 11, 2010
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Victoria Van Harlingen
Turkey Vultures, Facts and Fallacies about the Migrating Raptors
The dark and mysterious Turkey Vulture, a raptor, is also a gentle, quiet bird performing an important function that helps prevent the spread of disease.
Sep 4, 2010
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Darla Sue Dollman
Vultures of the United States
Three species of New World vultures are found in the lower 48 states of the U.S., two of which are widespread; the third species is endangered.
Sep 4, 2010
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Thomas Wyatt
Some Facts about Snipes
Some of the basic facts are presented relating to the snipe, namely its appearance, behaviour, breeding behaviour, feeding and UK conservation status.
Aug 25, 2010
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John Welford
