It happens at least once a day; typically more often in the spring and fall. The phone rings, and a voice asks the identification of a bird. The description often goes something like this: “I… ...

Roger Tory Peterson, dean of American bird-watchers, developed what he (and others) called the “Peterson System of Birdwatching.” When teaching beginning birders some of the finer points of bird ...

A bird's silhouette tells of the size, shape and posture ruling out other groups of birds. COLOR PATTERN >> Bright, almost sparkling blue above with a black necklace and gray-white underparts.

Our favorite bird identification apps are easy to use, and they’ll help you get the most out of every bird-watching adventure. Check out the best birding hotspot in every state. Audubon Bird Guide: ...