From hummingbirds along the Gulf Coast to warblers in the treetops, spring migration turns every Southern state into a ...

Days started getting longer on Dec. 23, which means spring was on its way before Christmas. That’s kind of weird, when you think about it. I always pay attention to the birds around that time to see ...

Despite lingering winter weather, lengthening days are triggering early signs of spring in nature. Phenology is the science ...

The sound of birds singing is synonymous with spring. As delightful as the tweets and chirps may be, these songs are actually tied to the birds’ survival — and a combination of day length, sunlight ...

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Searching for a sign that spring is really, truly on its way? Then keep an ear out for the distinctive call of the red-winged blackbird. This boisterous wetland dweller is one of the first migratory ...

Bird migrations offer a lot more than the drama of seeing a whole bunch of birds on the move. For many species, the songs and calls they make on the journey characterize the migration as much as the ...

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TOLEDO, Ohio — As spring deepens into late May, you may notice your mornings filled with more chirps, trills and whistles than ever. That’s no coincidence, as weather plays a big role in why birds ...

“In the spring, a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love,” the saying goes. The same may be said of birds. That’s because spring is when most birds turn to family obligations—they mate, ...