Some bird's nests are more than just twigs — they're protected, purposeful, and best left alone. Here are the ones you should ...

Nests can be found anywhere birds are found. Here, many of our species are forest nesters appreciative of the leafy camouflage protecting them from predators. They come in all sizes from the large ...

Maria Cristina Tello-Ramos Neighboring groups of birds within the same species can create very different-looking nests — showing that their nest-building choices aren’t solely controlled by instinct ...

The concept of constructing a self-supporting structure made of rods—without the use of nails, ropes, or glue—dates back to Leonardo da Vinci. In the Codex Atlanticus, da Vinci illustrated a design ...

Three burgundy speckled eggs are in a bird's nest - Kdp/Getty Images No matter how many birdhouses you hang around your yard, birds will make a nest anywhere they feel safe. In your trees or bushes?

Walking along a river trail recently, some birding friends and I stopped to stare in astonishment at an unusual sight, a hummingbird flitting near the base of a big oak. Almost at ground level, she ...

Here’s a fun quiz to celebrate bird nesting season in New Hampshire. Listen to this episode and see how many bird nests you can identify, just by hearing a description! Bird species choose different ...

Neighboring groups of birds within the same species can create very different-looking nests — showing that their nest-building choices aren't solely controlled by instinct and the environment. Instead ...

No matter how many birdhouses you hang around your yard, birds will make a nest anywhere they feel safe. In your trees or bushes? Naturally. Under the eaves of your roof? Sure, because it stays nice ...