Bird-watching, also known as birding, is the practice of observing, listening to, pursuing and admiring birds in their natural habitats. It is a hobby enjoyed by people of all ages, backgrounds and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The hobby has also been embraced for its health benefits. “Bird-watching is a great way to connect with ...

I’ve become The Bird Guy to my friends and family. When they see a bird they don’t recognize, I’m asked to identify it with nothing more than a blurry photo. When the algorithms feed them bird-related ...

People we admire for having a particular expertise have one thing in common: They started as novices. The ones who became accomplished did so because of a willingness to put in the time and effort, ...

Thought of giving bird watching a try? There is no better time than late April and the month of May. In the world of birding, these next four to five weeks are perhaps the most exciting of the year.

Your garden may be resting over winter, but if you enjoy some winter bird watching, you'll appreciate that there is still plenty of life to appreciate out there. Birds don’t hibernate and while some ...

Tube-shaped feeders work well, but if you don't have those, try making a DIY feeder with things available at home: a toilet paper roll, nut butter, a paper plate, seeds or unsalted nuts, and string.

While staying home for virtually the last year, most of us have grown tired of being in the same setting, surrounded by the same walls. But take a look out the window and you might be surprised by a ...

Apps like Merlin Bird ID can turn your phone into a field guide, helping you identify species by color, song or shape.