I was recently creeping through a clearing of downed trees in a wooded Brooklyn park with my iPhone in hand. Birds were singing everywhere, but through the din, I was recording a peculiar song: It was ...

Birding is a popular pastime for people of all ages. According to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, more than 45 million people enjoy watching birds. It’s a hobby you can pick up at any time, it’s ...

Spring is here, and the air is full of birdsong. The Merlin Bird ID app tells you what type of birds you’re hearing … plus it’s quick, easy and free. With this software from the Cornell Lab of ...

What Does a Fox Sparrow Look Like? Even a short visit from a fox sparrow — and that’s all we get most of the time — is a reason for birders to rejoice. These large sparrows are notable for their ...

The state Department of Environmental Conservation is inviting people to share their bird’s-eye views for its annual “I Bird NY Challenge.” The challenge, which began March 1, encourages New Yorkers ...

Millions of birds invisibly migrate through the night sky each autumn, most flying in near silence toward their wintering ...