The hummingbirds, warblers and butterflies are gone. But this time of year, house finches congregate at bird feeders like ...

Ever wanted to befriend a wild finch? While it is not recommended to come into contact with any wild animals, petting one may ...

A new year of backyard birding begins with a bald eagle sighting, record bird counts, the arrival of a Carolina wren named ...

DEAR JOAN: A female house finch, I believe, that has been visiting our backyard feeders for several days in a row, has a very deformed beak. It appears that her lower beak is grossly long and her ...

Backyard birding can be a wonderful winter pastime, but it’s important to do it safely — for your sake and the birds’.

Happy New Year everybody! As is customary at this time of year, I am going to pause to take a look back at the events of the ...

In the winter, birds will likely come to your bird feeder in search of energy-dense food to stay warm. This addition will ...

Because Carolina wrens stay in Tennessee all year long, winter can be especially tough on them. Severe cold snaps may cause populations to dip temporarily, so consistent food sources and some thick ...

About 7 a.m. every morning there is a flurry with the arrival of a flock of about 15 junco in our backyard. As the day ...

Bright red cardinals (and their mates) against a white field of snow is a joyous sight. A few tweaks to your feeders will ...

I have so much to tell you. Dec. 31, 2025 started out on a high note. I was a guest on WHMP’s Talk The Talk radio show and I had a wonderful time talking about all of the great things that happened in ...

The hoots of the great horned owl, the most common owl species in San Diego County, are something we hear throughout the year ...