I mostly write about native birds, species that have existed in California since long before European settlement. However, there are also a few species of local birds that are not native to the New ...

From American robins to northern cardinals, ground-feeding birds are not just enjoyable to watch in your yard, but can help with pest control as well.

Native plants for birds are like Mom’s home cooking. They’re the tried-and-true foods that keep the birds coming back for more—the berries and seeds that bring in more bluebirds, orioles, goldfinches ...

Distinguishing between similar-looking birds like egrets, ibis, and herons can be challenging for newcomers. Key identifiers for these birds include bill shape and color, leg color, and overall size.