Why Do Birds Fly in Circles? Why Do They Do It Above Your House?
Have you ever looked up and noticed dozens, if not hundreds or thousands, of birds circling an area? If so, you’re not alone. It’s something that birds do quite often, and without context, it can be perplexing. They’re not going anywhere, so why are they wasting time and energy just flying around in circles? There […]
Continue reading20 Species of Hummingbirds (With Pictures)
With over 330 types of hummingbirds, there’s no way we can list them all here. Instead, we’ve highlighted the most common, the most impressive, and the rarest hummingbirds out there! This way, you’ll have a better understanding of the species as a whole, and the next time you spot a hummingbird, you’ll have a better […]
Continue reading8 Species of Woodpeckers in Pennsylvania (With Pictures)
Woodpeckers are great for beginner bird watchers because their loud drumming noise makes them easy to find. There are many species of these attractive birds, and you can find them all over the world. Several species can be found in Pennsylvania, and if that’s where you live, keep reading as we provide you with a […]
Continue readingCan Birds Eat Popcorn? What You Need to Know!
Perhaps you’re thinking of feeding the birds at your local park, or maybe you have your own bird and you’re looking for a healthy snack for them. Either way, you should always ensure that you’re not giving them something that they shouldn’t have. Popcorn is a great treat for birds as long as it doesn’t […]
Continue readingHow to Attract Birds to a Bird Feeder (10 Proven Methods)
“Build it and they will come.” While that’s an excellent mantra for certain situations, it doesn’t always seem to work when you put up a bird feeder. What do you do if your local birds don’t seem to have any interest in your feeder? We highlighted 10 proven tips that you can use to attract […]
Continue readingAre Birds Warm-Blooded? The Surprising Answer!
Yes, birds are warm-blooded animals, otherwise known as endotherms. An endotherm is any animal that has the ability to maintain the same body temperature, even if the temperature in its immediate surroundings keeps on fluctuating. This group primarily includes birds and mammals, but there are some endothermic fish species too. How are birds able to […]
Continue readingWhen Did Dodo Birds Go Extinct? How Did They Go Extinct?
The Dodo bird is likely one of the most famous extinct animals. There’s even the well-known saying, “go the way of the Dodo,” which essentially refers to someone or something that will become outdated or obsolete. But what exactly happened to Dodo birds? How did they become extinct, and when? We answer these questions and […]
Continue reading5 Types of Tripods and Their Differences (With Pictures)
If you’re interested in photography, astronomy, birdwatching, or videography, chances are that you’ll want a tripod. But with so many applications that they are useful for, it’s no surprise that there’s more than one type of tripod out there. That’s why we created this guide that goes over five different tripod options. We also highlighted […]
Continue readingDo Birds Have Penises? The Surprising Answer!
According to ornithologists, there are approximately 10,000 different bird species in the world. And only about 3% of them have penises. The remaining 97% have something called a cloaca, which is basically an orifice that they rely on for mating, reproducing, and excreting. Just like other animals, the 3% that have penises vary in shapes […]
Continue readingWhy Do Birds Migrate? 4 Typical Reasons
Migration means the same thing to different animals, including humans. Many times we’ve seen people move from one country to another in search of better opportunities, food, good weather, etc—and the same applies to animals. They’ll pack and move if they feel like their current situation is no longer favorable or sustainable. Why do birds […]
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