Bird Watcher's Digest writers and editors are experts in the backyard bird arena. That's because our passion drives us into our own backyards where we study, learn, and test new ways of feeding, housing, and attracting birds. This section features information on many backyard topics.
Today, approximately 60 million Americans feed and care for wild birds in their backyards--and not just in winter. Springtime and summer feeding is on the rise. After all, there's no better way to assure frequent close looks at your neighborhood birds.
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Bill's popular "Top Ten" column has appeared in several issues of the Backyard Birds Newsletter. From feeding to photography; festivals to flowers, view a selection of our favorite "Top 10" columns. Learn More >>
Do all birds migrate? If I stop feeding the birds in my backyard, will they starve? Almost everyone has a question about birds. The editors of Bird Watcher's Digest have compiled the most frequently asked questions. Learn More >>
Every gardener or backyard bird watcher in North America can expect a hummingbird to visit during the warmer months. Eager hummingbird watchers should be prepared to greet these tiny beauties with flowering plants and nectar feeders.
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A great backyard bird sanctuary starts from the ground up. Water, food, nesting habitat, cover--all the essentials are addressed in this section. You'll bring in the birds and thank BWD. Learn More >>
Our bluebirds section will guide you through the essentials of attracting and keeping bluebirds. There is much more to it than simply nailing up a box and walking away. Bluebirds bring so much joy. It's time to give them something in return.
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You either love them or you hate them, but if you have a feeder, eventually you are going to have a problem with squirrels, hawks, raccoons, and other backyard pests. Battling backyard pests takes tenacity, patience, and ingenuity. Learn More >>
Bird watching has its own set of myths. No matter how many times certain myths are debunked, they continue to appear. The following are among the most persistent. What they all have in common is that they are not true. Learn More >>
