While keeping our feathered friends nourished all year round is important, feeding birds in the winter is even more vital as the temperatures plummet and many natural food sources become unavailable.

The cheery call of the black-capped chickadee adds light to the darkest days of the year in late December and early January. That’s one reason why I enjoy feeding birds in winter. It’s comforting to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getty Images Hanging up a bird feeder allows you to observe birds flying in and out of your yard and eating. During the colder ...

Each year, as winter approaches, many bird species undertake an exhausting migration, sometimes hundreds or even thousands of miles long. Birds will fly south to find more temperate climates, which is ...

Discover why some birds flock together with other species during winter and learn how to spot mixed flock behavior for ...

When you step outside into the cold winter air, you may start shivering. Our bodies do this to keep us warm – our muscles tighten and loosen quickly, creating enough energy to give off heat. Humans ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Leaving certain flowers standing through the winter is one of the best things Minnesota gardeners can do to support overwintering birds. The seed heads provide critical food, ...

Winter in Maine may be long, dark and cold, but it is also one of the most rewarding seasons for birdwatching. Across the state, from coastal towns like Portland and Boothbay to interior communities ...

This month, the Garden Palette is offering something different. Gardens attract insects and insects attract birds. If you are new to the area, here are some tips by Dan and Barbara Gleason, owners of ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. Winter in Maine unveils a magical world of snow-covered landscapes and icy ...

Meet Wisconsin’s winter birds and learn how they survive cold and snow. Join Robert S. Ellarson as he explores Wisconsin’s winter birds and how they survive freezing temperatures. Learn about ...