Nesting in a cavity — a hole in a tree, a burrow in a bank, or another enclosed space—gives a bird significant advantages. Cavity nests are generally safer than open-cup nests. The nest contents are ...

Birds primarily use nesting boxes to raise their young in spring and summer, but a simple change can turn the abandoned ...

It is spring in the northern hemisphere and birds initiate the remarkable architectural feat of building a home for the young. How is this accomplished? Hormones and Getting in the Mood Much of the ...

Giving your pet bird a comfortable nesting environment is crucial for its health and happiness. These nests also add a touch of decor to your feathered friend’s habitat while they’re breeding. Many ...

Sparrow weavers in Africa appear to learn distinct building styles that reflect group traditions, research shows. It raises intriguing questions about avian intelligence. By Rebecca Dzombak Birds can ...

Find out how to stop birds from nesting in the wrong spot with these bird-safe but effective tips. Wild birds are fun to watch at backyard bird feeders, and by feeding on insects, they are a natural ...

Challenging long-held beliefs that bird nest building is solely influenced by genetics or the environment, researchers report that the white-browed sparrow weavers of the Kalahari Desert, Africa, ...

Research shows a statistical link between diet, habitat, social behavior and mating systems in birds. Weaver birds that eat seeds flock together and nest in colonies more commonly than those species ...