Think about this if you will… a nuthatch walking headfirst down a tree trunk. A goldfinch flashing like a lemon drop across the yard. Bird watching isn’t just for binocular-toting experts—it’s for anyone with a window and a bit of curiosity. This section helps you slow down, look up, and tune into the small, delightful dramas happening all around you. From handy ID tips to what birds are up to in each season, you’ll discover that the more you look, the more you see.

Bird Watching from Your Porch to the Park

Juvenile Ruby-throated Hummingbird feeding on blue flowers

Late Summer Hummers

This is the question that has been asked more this spring and summer than any other. Most of you have been waiting and watching your feeders to no avail. Some...

Late Summer Hummers

This is the question that has been asked more this spring and summer than any other. Most of you have been waiting and watching your feeders to no avail. Some...

Two Killdeer eggs (tan with brown spots) in gravel nest

The Incredible Egg

There are many things in life we take for granted. Before I started studying birds, eggs certainly fell into that category. Eggs were for either eating, dying and hunting or...

The Incredible Egg

There are many things in life we take for granted. Before I started studying birds, eggs certainly fell into that category. Eggs were for either eating, dying and hunting or...

Male Red-winged Blackbird with wings spread

How To Attract a Mate (Avian Style)

What was your secret for attracting members of the opposite sex? Perhaps you have/had a favorite cologne or perfume that just drives the “ladies or gents” crazy. Could it have...

How To Attract a Mate (Avian Style)

What was your secret for attracting members of the opposite sex? Perhaps you have/had a favorite cologne or perfume that just drives the “ladies or gents” crazy. Could it have...

Why Did My Hummingbirds Go Away?

Why Did My Hummingbirds Go Away?

Now that hummingbird feeders are slowing down, people are sad and want to know what has happened to their birds. The situation with hummingbirds is not out of the ordinary.

Why Did My Hummingbirds Go Away?

Now that hummingbird feeders are slowing down, people are sad and want to know what has happened to their birds. The situation with hummingbirds is not out of the ordinary.

Shoo Bully, Go Away (Mobbing Behavior)

Shoo Bully, Go Away (Mobbing Behavior)

Why do birds mob other birds? The theory is that they are chasing a potential predator from their territory. Owls and hawks are frequent victims of crows, jays and others...

Shoo Bully, Go Away (Mobbing Behavior)

Why do birds mob other birds? The theory is that they are chasing a potential predator from their territory. Owls and hawks are frequent victims of crows, jays and others...

The Heat of Summer

The Heat of Summer

There is little doubt that the topic of conversation, around this area all summer, was the heat. The summer dealt us one harsh weather hand to deal with. How do...

The Heat of Summer

There is little doubt that the topic of conversation, around this area all summer, was the heat. The summer dealt us one harsh weather hand to deal with. How do...

Mark McKellar

Wildlife biologist Mark McKellar has spent over 40 years studying birds and sharing the quiet joy they bring.

This channel is where he passes along what he’s learned—about bird feeding, bird behavior, and the small wonders of wildlife we often overlook.

Mark also owns Backyard Bird Center in Kansas City, Missouri, where he helps folks turn their yards into havens for birds and beauty.

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