Seasonal Birding
9 guides
Scruffy Birds and Quiet Feeders: What Late Summer Actually Means
Feeder traffic drops in July and August, and your birds look ragged. Here's why that's completely normal, and what to do about it.
July 4, 2026
Nesting Season: How to Help Birds in Spring
A practical guide to nesting season tips: when it runs, how to support breeding birds, what to do with a fledgling on the ground, and more.
June 30, 2026
How to Keep a Bird Bath From Freezing in Winter
Practical ways to keep a bird bath from freezing so birds have open water all winter long, from heated bird baths to simple DIY tricks.
May 30, 2026
Summer Bird Feeding: What Changes
Summer bird feeding works differently than winter. Learn what foods to offer, what to skip, and how to keep feeders safe when temperatures climb.
May 29, 2026
Spring Migration: What to Watch For
A practical guide to spring bird migration — when waves arrive, which species to expect, and how to get the most out of migration birdwatching at home.
May 15, 2026
Should You Take Feeders Down in Bear Season?
Bird feeders and bears are a real conflict in many regions. Here's when to pull your feeders, what makes them attractive to bears, and how to keep feeding go...
May 11, 2026
Helping Birds Survive Cold Snaps and Snow
Learn how to help birds in winter with the right foods, water, and shelter. Practical tips for cold snaps, ice storms, and deep freezes.
May 1, 2026
How to Feed Birds in Winter
Learn which high-energy foods keep backyard birds fed through cold months, how to set up feeders for winter, and what really matters when temperatures drop.
April 17, 2026
Fall Migration and Preparing Your Yard
Learn how fall bird migration works, which species pass through backyards in autumn, and practical steps to prepare your yard for fall migrants.
April 6, 2026