A Baltimore oriole nest made of mostly horse hair, and only horse hair, is the best bird nest I have ever seen. It was found in a tree in the yard of a friend. Alex, who showed me the nest, lives on ...

Ornithologists have theorized that birds first began to build nests when they were unable to locate natural cavities. Of the 470 perching (passerine) birds in North America, about 25 percent use holes ...

In Iowa, 212 bird species nest throughout the state during nesting season. Nesting season is a great opportunity for first-time birdwatchers to make observations and start identifying species. Expert ...

Bird Nests are truly amazing. Did you know there are estimated to be over 18,000 different bird species on Earth that make ...

Here’s a fun quiz to celebrate bird nesting season in New Hampshire. Listen to this episode and see how many bird nests you can identify, just by hearing a description! Bird species choose different ...

“Do birds reuse their nests? asks Birds & Blooms reader Liza Peniston of Augusta, Kansas. The short answer is that it depends on the species. Some large birds may use the same nest for years, but most ...

Researchers are calling on bird lovers, nature enthusiasts and anyone who spends time outside to help track down bird nests this spring. The effort will provide vital data for the 3rd Pennsylvania ...