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Finding Birds to Watch

Anyone can see a bird. Just go outside and look around. No matter where you are you will see a bird pretty quickly. Bird watchers have developed some techniques that make it possible to find, and get good looks at, more birds than if you just step out and look around. Read more >>

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Do you wonder how birds fly or how birds stay warm in the winter? Get answers to the most common bird watching questions. More >>


When did you see that white-throated sparrow at your feeder? How many hummingbirds did you see on that spring day? What species can you expect to see in your backyard in each season? All these questions can be answered with by keeping a backyard checklist. More >>