Many of our birds are cavity nesters, that is, they nest in holes in trees and fence posts. Woodpeckers can use their strong bills to chisel holes to create their own cavities. Many other birds, such ...

It takes more than a cute box—here’s how to make birds choose your birdhouse.

Feeders, water and birdhouses are three good ways to bring birds to your yard. The latter offers pleasures the former do not. Birds that nest in houses or boxes are obligate cavity nesters: obligated ...

For parents and children interested in attracting wildlife closer to their homes, the Coveside Window Nest Box Bird House may be an option. This wooden box, available for $18.99 from www.drfostersmith ...

May can be a frenzy of bird activity with nesting and fledgling chicks so make sure your yard is ready for the rush. These ...

Nest-box checking has begun. And we are finding eggs and complete nests and anticipate lots of new fledglings. I check the five boxes at the Uplands Habitat on F Street next to the North Davis Ponds ...