Tips for tropical birding
Basic binocular skills can help you locate birds within dense foliage. Read More “Tips for tropical birding”
Bird Identification
Advice from authors Kenn Kaufman and David Sibley on how to identify birds. Plus, articles about bird field guides and smartphone apps.
Identifying Gadwall
Use these tips to classify one of the most widespread and least ornate duck species in the world. Read More “Identifying Gadwall”
Identifying King Eider and Common Eider
Female and young male King Eiders are known to mix in with large flocks of Commons in winter, creating a challenge for birders. Read More “Identifying King Eider and Common Eider”
Identifying Orchard Oriole
Use these tips to differentiate female and juvenile Orchard Orioles from other oriole species. Read More “Identifying Orchard Oriole”
Why birds pump their tails
The behavior is a signal to predators to move along. Read More “Why birds pump their tails”
The value of actively observing birds
Why you should take a little extra time to look at birds. Read More “The value of actively observing birds”
Identifying Snow Goose and Ross’s Goose
Use these tips to distinguish two geese species with overlapping breeding ranges. Read More “Identifying Snow Goose and Ross’s Goose”
Why most birds look their best in fall plumage
With new and unblemished feathers, David Sibley makes the case for birds looking their finest in fall. Read More “Why most birds look their best in fall plumage”
Northern Flicker’s fascinating color differences explained
David Sibley describes the two common forms of Northern Flicker — Red-shafted and Yellow-Shafted — as well as intergrades and rare abnormally colored birds. Read More “Northern Flicker’s fascinating color differences explained”
Identifying North America’s five titmouse species
Kenn Kaufman explains what to look for on these familiar and popular backyard birds. Read More “Identifying North America’s five titmouse species”