Want to see a wider variety of birds in your backyard? Choosing the right food is key, since some, like one particular seed, ...

Planting hummingbird friendly plants isn't just about pretty flowers: You want a mix of blooms and food sources. That's why ...

It's always fun to watch birds perched on your backyard trees or feeding stations. And if they happen to be a rare sight in your area? You could easily spend a few hours looking up their ID, logging ...

In recent years, the desire to grow or produce one’s own food has become increasingly popular, and with good reason.. After living through a pandemic and struggling with ongoing high grocery prices ...

FILE - A tufted titmouse grabs a seed from a snow covered bird feeder during a snowstorm in December 2020 in North Andover, Mass. Mark Herz: This is GBH’s Morning Edition. If it’s feeling spring-y to ...

Attracting colorful songbirds to your yard is certainly an enjoyable experience, but some species can create more problems than they are worth. Blue jays, with their beautiful plumage and bold ...

Here are 10 reasons your own backyard may be the best place for bird-watching — especially during the summer. 1. You don't have to endure oppressive heat or pesky mosquitoes. Backyard bird-watching is ...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From the author of The Joy Luck Club comes a gorgeous and witty exploration of birding and nature. This inspiring work cultivates hope and connection, revealing the ...

Nicolson has written a beautiful and poignant book about the plight of the world’s seabirds. The Seabird’s Cry: The Lives and Loves of the Planet’s Great Ocean Voyagers is both an intimate look into ...

TOWNSEND — Joy Marzolf is excited to highlight New England’s diverse and lively wildlife during a presentation titled “Birds in Your Backyard.” The presentation will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, ...