Learn what a prothonotary warbler looks like and sounds like and where to find one. Plus learn about their nesting habits and ...

There are over 400 species of birds found in Virginia, according to the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Of those, birdwatchers should look out for the following rare species… ...

The fish-eating raptor known for gymnastic dives and whistle-like chirps is an American conservation success story. After ...

In Virginia, only an estimated 300 of the birds have survived the rigorous challenges presented by climate change, development and the consequent habitat loss, Gaylord said.

Do you find yourself somewhere along the spectrum between casual nature enjoyer and dedicated bird-watcher? The Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) has created a winter birding guide to allow Virg… ...

During the spring months, Virginia experiences numerous species of birds traveling overhead as they migrate to northern states and Canada.

Most birds that migrate travel at night. Migrating to and through Northern Virginia now, for example, is the ruby-crowned kinglet, a four-inch-long bird that forages actively at all levels.

An Accomack County man pleaded guilty in federal court to killing a bald eagle on his property on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. William Custis Smith of Hallwood was sentenced to a day in jail, 50 ...

The Virginia Cooperative Extension is warning the public about a recent bird flu outbreak that could affect poultry in the Commonwealth.

NORFOLK, Va. — State veterinarians with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources say sick or dead birds in the area are likely caused by a strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza. Dr ...

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) has reported an increasing number of sick or dead wild birds throughout the Eastern Shore. This comes after a positive bird flu case was ...