Let's celebrate midsummer with a hawk family in the Arctic wilderness, an "All-American" slideshow, and more.
Watch a Mom Rough-legged Hawk Feed Her Hungry Chicks
Take a moment to watch a Rough-legged Hawk family raise their chicks on a diet of lemmings and voles. It's filmed from a cliffside along the mighty Colville River, Alaska—one of the most productive breeding grounds for raptors in all of the Arctic. Watch the chicks grow up in this 2-minute highlight.
American Redstart: Part songbird, part firecracker. Image by Kojo Baidoo / Macaulay Library.
See Every Species with "American" in Its Name in One Slideshow
How many birds can you think of that have "American" in their official common name? We compiled delightful images of all such birds in the U.S. and Canada—enjoy this slideshow of all 22 species!
Mystery bird by Cesar Ponce / Macaulay Library.
What Bird Is This?
With those broad wings, long "fingers," and that mottled brown-and-white pattern, this bird has an impressive look—though it might not be the classic plumage you picture for this species. These birds are seemingly everywhere right now, following a tremendous population rebound since the 1970s. Do you know the name? Check your answer and learn more.
Northern Cardinal is the state bird of 7 states. Image by Allison Matlock / Macaulay Library.
What Should Your State Bird Be?
What if state birds were chosen by analyzing eBird data? We took a light-hearted approach to this question and uncovered some great "alternative" state (and Canadian province) birds. How do you like our choices?
Bullock's Oriole by Kyle Matera / Macaulay Library.
Here's What to Feed Your Summer Visitors
Summer's the time to break out nectar, mealworms, fresh fruit, and more. You could attract glittering hummingbirds, brilliant grosbeaks, and breathtaking orioles. See our tips on summer feeding.
Bird News and Resources
Upcoming Webinar: Learn how AviList, the new, unified global checklist of birds and their taxonomic relationships, will advance ornithology and improve birding tools. Join us and four taxonomic experts for an in-depth webinar on July 31 at 9:00 a.m. EDT. Webinar is free; sign up here.
Seen a Bald Cardinal or Jay? It's the time of year when some birds—especially Northern Cardinals and Blue Jays—suddenly molt all their head feathers at once. They may look weird, but don't worry, they're fine.
'Tis the Season for Baby Birds: Read our quick guide and be ready in case you or your friends find a baby bird on the ground during nesting season.
Attend a Bird Festival: Festivals are a great way to enjoy birds and meet like-minded people. See our bird festival directory.
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