Birds

Birds • September 30, 2025

6 Hummingbird Species You Can Spot in Chicago (Yes, Really)

You’re relaxing in your Chicago backyard when a flash of iridescent green catches your eye. Before you can focus, it’s hovering at your feeder, wings beating so fast they’re just a blur. Most Chicagoans assume that’s a ruby-throated hummingbird—and they’re usually right. But here’s what surprises even seasoned birders: six different hummingbird species have been […]

Happiness Ibietela • September 30, 2025

Birds • September 25, 2025

Black Birds in Tennessee: 9 Species You’ll Actually See in Your Backyard

Tennessee’s diverse landscapes create perfect habitats for numerous black bird species that regularly visit backyards across the state. While over 300 bird species call Tennessee home at various times of the year, nine specific black birds in Tennessee stand out as the most commonly encountered species you’ll likely spot from your kitchen window or during […]

Adenaya Damilola • September 25, 2025

Birds • September 24, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to 15 Birds With Big Beaks: From Toucans to Pelicans

Nature has gifted some birds with remarkably oversized beaks that seem almost too large for their bodies. These impressive bills aren’t just for show—they’re specialized tools that help these feathered architects thrive in their unique environments. You’ll discover how a toucan’s colorful beak helps regulate body temperature, why a pelican’s pouch can hold more than […]

Kingsley Felix • September 24, 2025

Birds • September 23, 2025

11 White Birds in Florida You Need to Identify (With Photos)

Florida’s diverse wetlands, coastal areas, and inland habitats host an impressive array of white bird species that captivate both seasoned birdwatchers and casual observers. From the elegant Great Egret standing motionless in shallow waters to the massive American White Pelican soaring overhead, these striking birds play crucial roles in Florida’s ecosystem while offering unforgettable wildlife […]

Osemhenon Ikpea • September 23, 2025

Birds • September 21, 2025

9 Black Birds You’ll Spot in Texas: Easy Identification Guide for Every Texan

Stepping outside your Texas home, you’ve likely noticed sleek black birds dominating feeders, power lines, and open fields. While many assume all black birds are crows, Texas actually hosts nine distinct black bird species, each with unique behaviors, calls, and identifying features that separate novices from seasoned bird watchers. From the intelligent American crow to […]

Temilade Adeniyi • September 21, 2025

Birds • September 20, 2025

7 Black Birds You’ll Actually See in Parking Lots (And How to Tell Them Apart)

You pull into a grocery store parking lot and notice dozens of sleek black birds strutting across the asphalt, perched on shopping carts, and boldly approaching other shoppers. These urban-adapted species have learned that parking lots offer everything they need: abundant food scraps, warm surfaces, safety in numbers, and convenient perching spots. While you might […]

Kingsley Felix • September 20, 2025

Birds • September 19, 2025

Hawaii’s Most Common White Birds: Easy Identification Tips for Every Species

You might be surprised to learn that Hawaii hosts over 15 different species of white birds, ranging from graceful ocean-soaring tropicbirds to the bustling cattle egrets that arrived in 1959. Whether you’re walking through Honolulu’s urban parks or exploring remote coastal areas, these striking white-feathered birds create memorable wildlife encounters that connect you to Hawaii’s […]

Abiodun Adegbenro • September 19, 2025

Birds • September 19, 2025

8 Orange Birds You’ll Spot in Arizona’s Desert and Mountains

Arizona’s diverse landscapes create perfect conditions for some of North America’s most striking orange-colored birds. From the saguaro-studded Sonoran Desert to the pine-covered Sky Islands, you’ll discover vibrant species that paint the southwestern skies with brilliant hues of orange, red-orange, and rusty copper. Whether you’re exploring your Phoenix backyard or hiking mountain trails near Tucson, […]

Opetola Oluwadamilola • September 19, 2025

Birds • September 17, 2025

7 Types of Cardinal Birds You Can Spot in North America

Cardinals represent some of North America’s most beloved and recognizable birds, yet many people only know the iconic Northern Cardinal. Research from the Cornell Lab’s All About Birds cardinal guide shows the cardinal family actually includes seven distinct species across North and Central America, each with unique characteristics that make them fascinating subjects for birdwatchers. […]

Osemhenon Ikpea • September 17, 2025

Birds • September 17, 2025

How to Identify Types of Woodpeckers in British Columbia: A Birdwatcher’s Field Guide

British Columbia hosts more woodpecker diversity than any other Canadian province, yet many birdwatchers struggle to distinguish between similar-looking species in the field. With 11-12 types of woodpeckers in British Columbia ranging from tiny acrobats to crow-sized giants, mastering their identification opens up an entirely new dimension of forest exploration. Whether you’re scanning backyard feeders […]

Animal of Things • September 17, 2025