The gray catbirds departed in September, taking their feline-like calls and fondness for berries with them to Central America. The Cirque de Soleil-like acrobatic barn swallows disappeared in late ...

One of the most fascinating elements of observing birds is the phenomenon of migration. This is so alien to us that most humans register “bird migration” only as a phrase, an abstractly existing ...

From purple martins to barn swallows, find out how to spot and identify 8 members of the swallow bird family during summer.

From symbolism to bug catching abilities, there's a lot to learn about a barn swallow. Learn about their nests, songs, range ...

Purple martins, known for their glossy plumage, have returned to Michigan after wintering in South America. The first sightings, known as "scout" birds, were reported in mid-March, marking the ...

We’re only halfway through summer in the Northern Hemisphere, but for our feathered friends, fall migration is underway. The birds that journeyed north for the breeding season to take advantage of the ...

Birds are on the move as their annual spring migration begins. Radar tracking allows you to follow along to see what birds are flying overhead as the birds move to their summer feeding grounds. "The ...