Mourning doves don’t need flashy colors or songs to stand out. Their gentle cooing, soft plumage, and peaceful vibe make them some of the most recognizable birds across North America. But behind that ...

Hummingbird migrations take place in spring and fall and those events are cause for excitement among many people. "They are the gateway drug to bird watching because they are incredibly charismatic," ...

Hummingbird migrations take place in spring and fall and those events are cause for excitement among many people. "They are the gateway drug to bird watching because they are incredibly charismatic," ...

Spring is an ideal time to spot birds in Kansas, though it’s not always easy to identify them, especially with guide books that focus on large regions or whole continents. “You want to know what’s in ...

The bird world is a fascinating — and strange — place. From a bird with claws on its wings to another bird's ability to recognize human faces, there's a lot of interesting things to know about various ...

Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's Saturday morning newsletter, The Weekender. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Had you asked me what I knew about turkeys ...

There are few things as exciting to waterfowlers as harvesting a banded bird. Shooting a banded bird a rare occurrence, and provides an everlasting memento of that hunt, which makes a great ...