birds

A Slinky on a bird feeder? Yep, it’s a quirky yet effective way to keep those pesky squirrels at bay, bringing a little fun to gardening chores.

You might feel the urge to rescue a baby bird you see on the ground—but it may not need your help at all.

Excessive outdoor lighting can cause migrating birds to become disoriented.

Here's when hummingbirds are mostly likely to return to your feeders this year.

Some people believe that a visit from a cardinal is not only lucky, it's a heavenly connection.

New York State is home to nearly 250 species of birds but these are the 29 most common that you'll find in your backyard whether you live in a rural or urban area.

Attract more hummingbirds to your New York garden with strategic feeder placement and alternate food sources.

Was it footsteps? Someone drumming?

New York Governor Kathy Hochul takes action to protect pollinators, birds, and wildlife with the signing of the Birds and Bees Protection Act.

If you're a bird lover, or just curious what kind of bird you just heard, you need to try this free app from Upstate New York's Cornell University!