New book helps you know your flycatchers

Three of Minnesota's common flycatchers are in the field guide.

That's no eagle: Turkey vultures are the other large birds soaring above

They tilt or rock their 6-foot wingspan as they fly with their wings in a V pattern.

Even common birds like the bluebird are full of mysteries

Despite conveniently nesting in manmade nest boxes, there are still lots of areas to study for Eastern bluebirds.

What's in a name? For birds, often nothing helpful

The American Ornithological Society decided to excise all names of people from birds and replace them with something more descriptive.

Catch owls on the nest via webcams

You don't have to leave your nest to watch owls on theirs.

To prevent bird window strikes, think outside the window

Decals or other deterrents need to be placed outside the window to be effective, research has found.

Keep your eye on the skies: Bird migration begins in three weeks

Survey finds millions enjoy watching wildlife, and spring migration is a good time to watch.

Cardinals stick around, and stand out, in Minnesota winter

Cardinals don't migrate or lose their bright feathers, and gather together in loose flocks during winter.

Sexism creeps into birding, from guide books to studies

Quiet cemeteries make for lively bird watching and a great fall road trip

Check out Lakewood in Minneapolis and others on our statewide list of places to start in Minnesota.