The northern water snake (Nerodia sipedon) is a common and widespread nonvenomous snake in North America. These aquatic snakes typically live in and around freshwater bodies — lakes, rivers and ...

The Mussau triller hadn't been spotted since 1979 when a group of birders set eyes on the multicolored cuckooshrike in June, ...

The California condor is the biggest bird in North America and has been on the endangered species list since 1987 when the bird went extinct in the wild. Currently, there are only 560 or so of them ...

The answer isn't entirely straightforward, but as far as experts at NCSU are concerned, it can't hurt to leave your feeders up a bit longer.

Are you an avid bird watcher wanting to know how to identify more birds? Or maybe you love seeing the flying creatures in ...

In Arizona's Sky Islands, dry summers may be pushing some bird species away from traditional migratory routes.

When you think of animals that build nests, your mind likely travels to birds. However, while it is true that birds are one ...

Long restricted to Florida, the large wading birds have begun popping up across much of the United States and as far north as ...

In a decline not seen since the DDT era, the spectacular raptors have noticeably decreased in numbers over the past two years ...

The endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, eagles, diverse habitats and central flyway location attracts birding enthusiasts to ...

Delaware attracts a variety of birds especially during migrating season. Here are tips for how to get started in the hobby ...

These recent sightings are compiled by Sue McGrath of the Newburyport Birders. Report your sightings to Newburyport Birders at [email protected] or 978-204-2976. Visit www ...