Picture a bird’s nest. Chances are, what comes to mind is a woven basket of twigs and plant fibers—you might not imagine a crown of metal spines. But that’s exactly how some crows and magpies in ...

Use physical barriers like mesh, wire, or by sealing holes and cracks to prevent birds from building nests in unwanted spots. Provide birdhouses and ensure they are placed near native plants and water ...

A bird house is a common way to attract birds to your yard, but not every species favor these enclosed spaces. Some birds ...

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 ...

The calendar says that it’s winter. But for much of the natural world in coastal California, life is clearly awakening as abundant water and already lengthening days give their cues. Grasses are green ...

Nesting season has arrived, and Arcata is reminding the community to be careful around the birds. The city asked residents to check for active nests before trimming or removing vegetation. The federal ...