Birds do some pretty amazing things. They migrate thousands of miles, navigate by the stars, and some can even fly backwards. But one of the most mind-blowing abilities some birds have is the ability to catch some sleep while they’re actually in the air. If you’ve ever wondered how birds stay awake during those incredibly … Read more
You’ve seen it in movies and read about it in history books. A small tube is attached to a bird’s leg, the bird is released, and it flies directly to its destination to deliver an important message. It seems almost magical. In fantasy stories, birds deliver letters to wizards. In war movies, carrier pigeons fly … Read more
You found a baby bird on the ground, but its nest is gone. Maybe a storm destroyed it, or maybe you just can’t find it anywhere. You look around and spot another bird’s nest nearby in a different tree. It seems like a perfect solution, right? Just put the baby in that nest instead. But … Read more
You’re walking through your backyard when you spot a tiny, helpless baby bird on the ground. It’s chirping loudly, and you can see its nest just a few feet above in a tree. Your first thought is probably to help the little guy out and put it back where it belongs. But is that actually … Read more
You’ve been watching a bird build a beautiful nest in your backyard. You’ve seen it carefully weave twigs and grass together, creating a perfect little home. Then one day, you notice the bird is gone and the nest sits empty. Or maybe you found a nest with eggs in it, but the parents never came … Read more
Summer is full of birds. Your yard is noisy with chirping, singing, and the constant activity of birds flying around looking for food and caring for babies. But then fall arrives, and suddenly things get quieter. By the time winter hits, many of the birds are just gone. Your feeders might still get visitors, but … Read more
You’re watching rain pour down outside, and suddenly you realize you haven’t seen any birds. The feeders are empty, the trees are quiet, and the sky is completely bird-free. Before the storm, birds were everywhere. Now they’ve all disappeared like they knew the rain was coming. It makes you wonder what they do during bad … Read more
If you’ve ever spent time outside before a storm rolls in, you’ve probably noticed something interesting. Birds seem to get louder and more active just as dark clouds gather and the wind picks up. This behavior has been observed for centuries, and it’s not just your imagination. Birds really do change how they act when … Read more