Experts say it’s safe to leave bird feeders up year-round—here’s how to help backyard birds thrive in winter with the right ...

With thousands of summer birds flocking south for the winter, it is time to consider a new hobby — feeding the birds. I grew up ...

Pigeons can be a real nuisance in the garden, especially when they scare away smaller birds from a bird feeder - but there's ...

A cold Sunday morning, fire in the fireplace, relaxing on the sofa with a cup of hot coffee, a pair of binoculars by my side, I am enjoying the parade of songbirds visiting our feeders. Life is good.

There's nothing quite as delightful as getting a visit from a little backyard bird. From bluebirds to woodpeckers to hummingbirds, these avian beauties add music and movement to yards and gardens all ...

Even in summer when there’s plenty of sustenance from plants and insects, birds welcome the variety of seeds and nuts offered in bird feeders. When putting out a banquet of supplemental food, high ...

With more people either sheltering or working from home these days, feeding and watching birds has become even more popular. In theory, it ought to be easy. You fill a feeder with seed, hang it ...

Studies show that spending time around birds and hearing birdsong can lower stress, ease anxiety and even help with depression symptoms. That's why having a bird feeder in your outdoor space can be a ...

If you plan of feeding the Goldfinches this winter, you may want to keep your nyjer feeders up all fall and winter. The ...

The feathered friends around your home can be picky eaters, so be sure to provide them with their favorite meals. By John Alexander Published Jun 20, 2025 9:00 AM EDT We may earn revenue from the ...

Shopping for bird seed can be confusing, especially if you are new to the world of feeding backyard birds. That’s because there are a wide variety of bird species, and each has its own dietary wants ...

DEAR JOAN: We live in the Oakland Hills, close to Skyline High School, and the bird feeder on our patio has been a real joy as we watch the birds enjoy it. Two or three weeks ago, we needed to fill it ...