The Carolina chickadee, tufted titmouse and white-breasted nuthatch have a reputation of being fearless, curious and friendly.

We do this every day with domesticated species such as dogs or horses: They help us find something or carry us somewhere, and, in return, we provide them with food and shelter. In biological terms, ...

Transform your balcony into a welcoming haven for birds by providing essential resources like food, water, and shelter. Setting up feeders with seeds and fruits, offering shallow water dishes, and ...

ITHACA, N.Y. – Small birds have explored a wide variety of styles of flight, ranging from hovering hummingbirds to bounding sparrows to soaring swifts and swallows. A new Cornell University study ...

If parakeets are hovering around, robins might feel too nervous to visit your garden, but there is an easy and humane way to gently deter the bigger birds.

Bird beaks have a variety of shapes and purposes. Here are common bird beak types you should look for and how they help birds find food.

Urban living often distances us from nature, yet with a few thoughtful changes, food, water, shelter and safety, even a tiny balcony can become a welcoming stopover for small birds. Drawing on both ...