Strolling through St. Paul’s Phalen Park last fall with some birdwatching friends, I heard an unusual bird call, repeated several times. Following the sounds to an oak tree, we were startled to see ...

Black-capped chickadees, dark-eyed juncos and cardinals congregate around a backyard feeder as birdseed falls to the grass like sprinkles. Suddenly, from the sky comes a flash of vivid green and blue, ...

People have been keeping birds as pets and companions for thousands of years. The ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and many other older civilizations kept birds as pets. It seems only natural for ...

Parakeets are one of the most popular types of pet birds, with many varieties across the globe. Each species has a unique story and fascinating characteristics. They also have different colored ...

These feathered friends have big vocabularies!