Browse our growing list of species guides to learn all about birds.

Each bird family carries a unique tale of evolution, habitat, and behavior. From the majestic raptors to the enchanting songbirds, discover each family in our in-depth guides below to start learning ...

Browse our growing list of species guides to learn all about birds.

Ghosting through boreal forests with eerily silent flight, this massive owl's piercing yellow eyes and distinctive facial disc make it a haunting presence in northern wilderness areas. The Great Grey ...

With a wingspan reaching up to 11.5 feet, this ocean giant glides effortlessly across the southern seas, covering vast distances on its long-haul flights. The Southern Royal Albatross is a majestic ...

Unlike many wading bird species, in red-necked phalaropes the traditional roles are reversed. The female is larger, brighter and leaves parental care of the young to the drabber, smaller male. Also, ...

Each year, billions of migratory birds switch between spring/summer breeding grounds and overwintering grounds, although their movements vary greatly between species and populations. Their journey may ...

Bird migration has captured our imagination throughout history, although a solid understanding of avian movements has remained elusive until relatively recently. Modern science and technology have ...

The Great Black-backed Gull is the world’s largest gull and one formidable seabird. This impressive species lives and breeds along Northern Hemisphere shores on both sides of the Atlantic. The Great ...

Well-known for its stirring call and elegant look, the Common Loon is a widespread breeding visitor to lakes in the northern half of North America. They depart their nesting grounds each year to ...