Birds At First Sight

27/08/2022

Bird beak diseases and maladies include poor beak growth, beak breakage, pitting, and trauma. Anything that negatively impacts the beak can spell disaster for a bird. It’s similar to a human losing all fingers and toes. To learn more, check out my article: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/bird-beak-diseases/

Interested in learning about bird beak diseases? Those who are fortunate to have feathered friends as pets need to know about bird ailments, and cancer is one of the deadliest. Both birds in the wild and your pet bird can succumb to this deadly disease.

27/08/2022

Thinking of getting a pet bird and wondering which birds make the best pets? Perhaps a bright yellow canary, or maybe a parrot or Macaw? Let’s take a look at some favorite feathered friends that people consider buying when shopping for a pet bird: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/which-birds-make-the-best-pets/

Have you ever wondered which birds make the best pets?

27/08/2022

Interested in discovering some of the best live bird cams across the globe? I used to think live cams were mostly limited to historical sites, countryside monuments, and populated city streets and congested highways. Not true - Special moments are captured on live bird cams around the world. If you want to know about some of the best bird cams, have a look: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/live-bird-cams/

Live bird cams are like a window into the world of birds. The well-positioned live bird cameras take you to birding sites where you can observe birds in their natural habitat both day and night.

27/08/2022

Family games are a great way to spend a rainy afternoon when kids can't go out and play. And when it comes to games, there are so many great bird games for kids. Some you can easily create yourself, and others come in the form of board and card games. Learn about the best bird games for kids here: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/best-bird-games-for-kids/

Are you looking for the best bird games for kids? Our recommendations are sure to excite the youngest aspiring birdwatchers and to create new birdwatching enthusiasts as well.

27/08/2022

Our beautiful feathered friends rely on trees and plants for nourishment, and yet some of these plants can cause birds to become seriously ill. If you have a garden, you might wonder which plants are dangerous for birds so your garden is a safe-haven for all creatures great and small. To learn more, have a look: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/which-plants-are-dangerous-for-birds/

Ever wonder which plants are dangerous for birds? If you love birds, have a garden, and want to be sure that your garden is a safe-haven for all creatures great and small...

27/08/2022

The Tufted Titmouse is a tough little bird when it comes to its feeding habits. You’ll find them bold and feisty around the feeder. The Titmouse loves being in the midst of deciduous forests, and forages around in cracks of tree bark looking for insects and seeds. Learn more about the Tufted Titmouse here: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/the-tufted-titmouse/

Even if you’re not much of a birder, seeing an adorable bird in your garden, such as the very cute and perky Tufted Titmouse, may well spur you into

27/08/2022

As a bird lover, you’ll want the Northern Red Cardinal in your garden. These joyful little creatures are full of good cheer and love to sing their hearts out. The female will often sing while sitting in her nest and both males and females have a host of song variations. You can learn more about the Northern Red Cardinal here: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/northern-red-cardinal/

The Northern Red Cardinal is a spectacular garden visitor. A popular bird amongst suburban dwellers, the Cardinal is known for its beautiful...

27/08/2022

The lovely Blue Jay isn’t on everybody’s popularity list. Some birders think he is too confident, slightly aggressive, and sometimes too noisy. Jays are quite likely the loudest of garden bird visitors, but it’s one of the reasons they’re so popular with bird lovers. View this article to learn all about the blue jay: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/all-about-the-blue-jay/

Interested in learning all about the blue jay? What a beautiful and intelligent creature he is. Birders love him for his...

27/08/2022

Interested in learning about the American Robin? Did you know that their courtship ritual starts with the male bird feeding the female? The male also serenades the female as part of his search for a mate. To learn more about the American Robin check out this article: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/the-american-robin/

Bird lovers can be pleased that the American Robin is a fairly common visitor in North American gardens. It is endemic to the entire North American continent.

27/08/2022

Mallards are handsome ducks with beautiful coloring. They are mainly surface-feeders but are super cute when they put their heads underwater - with feet and tail in the air - to search for food. If you would like to learn all about the Mallard, check this out: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/all-about-the-mallard/

Interested in learning all about the Mallard? Mallard Ducks are native to Europe, Asia, and most of North America. Mallards love being in areas where ...

27/08/2022

For a small bird, the White Breasted Nuthatch can be quite noisy with its nasal vocalizations. When it’s communicating with other birds, it has a squeaky sound uttered as much as 30 times a minute. This call can become more shrill and faster when excited or stressed. Come learn more about the Nuthatch here: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/white-breasted-nuthatch/

Interested in learning about the white breasted nuthatch? This article will provide you with all of the details you need to become an expert...

27/08/2022

There are so many interesting facts about bird bills. For example - Did you know that bird bills are toothless? Yup, they are, though birds, like us, do have tongues. To learn more about bird bills, check out this article: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/interesting-facts-about-bird-bills/

Bird bills serve many purposes. In this article, you will learn interesting facts about bird bills. The characteristics of a bird's bill can clue us in to...

27/08/2022

As a homeowner, I love it when the Carolina Chickadee pays a call to my garden. If you want to draw this cutie to your yard, there are a few things you can do to increase the odds. Click here to learn all about the Carolina Chickadee: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/all-about-the-carolina-chickadee/

Interesting in learning all about the Carolina Chickadee? This article provides a ton of information that will make you an expert in...

27/08/2022

Want to learn “tips and tricks” for identifying birds by their songs?
I’ve used several of these and now enjoy identifying a bird via its sound prior to spotting it with my binoculars. Have a look here: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/identifying-birds-by-their-songs/

The various methods of identifying birds by their songs really resonates with me due to my background in cognitive psychology. Specifically, how we encode

27/08/2022

Want to know how to attract birds to your yard? You will need the right kind of garden and equipment. You will also need to research the types of environment's specific birds prefer. To learn more, check out this article: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/how-to-attract-birds-to-your-yard/

Wondering how to attract birds to your yard?

27/08/2022

As a new birdwatcher, learning how to identify birds will increase your birdwatching joy. As a new birder, my inability to identify birds drove me crazy, until I figured out a system that increased my success rate. Here is the method I use: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/how-to-identify-birds/

When I first discovered birdwatching and became obsessed with how to identify birds, almost every sighting was like a little "ooh and ahh" miracle – observing

27/08/2022

Are some seeds better than others and more appealing to birds? What are the best seeds for birds? Birding experts who have researched this topic claim that black oil sunflower seeds attract the greatest variety of birds. You can learn more here: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/best-seeds-for-birds/

You may not realize that incorporating the best seeds for birds in your garden will greatly enhance your birdwatching experience. As a new birder, you may

27/08/2022

If you want to attract more birds to your garden, try introducing plants that attract birds, like Eastern Red Cedar and Larches. To learn more about plants and trees that will draw birds to your garden, check out this article: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/plants-that-attract-birds/

If you are interested in attracting birds to your garden, you need to install plants that attract birds. Since native plants are ideally suited to your area...

27/08/2022

Want to learn how to photograph birds? Learning how to photograph birds is not rocket science - Check out these useful tips about photography equipment, lighting, and preparation: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/how-to-photograph-birds/

Interested in learning how to photograph birds? Read on to discover the best tips and tricks that even a beginner can follow. These will...

27/08/2022

Would you like to learn how to make a hummingbird garden? The first step is to choose your garden site. The second step of the process is creating a garden path. You can learn more here: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/how-to-make-a-hummingbird-garden/

Would you like to know how to make a hummingbird garden? This article conveys the best strategies for attracting these adorable creatures to your yard.

27/08/2022

Birds pecking at your windows driving you crazy? The reason birds are pecking at your windows is that they’re being territorial. They may see their own reflection and peck aggressively at this “window bird”. To learn how to stop birds from window pecking, have a look here: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/stop-birds-from-window-pecking/

If you want to stop birds from window pecking, you've come to the right place. In this article, we explore several ways of...

27/08/2022

What birds fall under the category of the most deadly birds? Is this even a thing? Yikes! If you are interested in learning about the terrifying kick of the exotic looking Cassowary, the weaponized breastplate of the aggressive Ostrich, and the swooping attacks of the Australian Magpie, not to mention the Starling and the Crowned Eagle, check out this article: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/the-most-deadly-birds/

Is there really such a thing as a "deadly bird"? Yikes - yes, there is. So, what are the most deadly birds on the planet? One of the most deadly is the...

27/08/2022

Interested in getting kids interested in birdwatching? Bring nature into your children’s lives with this fun collection of tips and ideas to encourage their interest in birds: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/getting-kids-interested-in-birdwatching/

Getting kids interested in birdwatching is fairly simple. Sometimes the best ideas come when you least expect them. Maybe your lightbulb moment for getting your kids interested in birdwatching came when ...

27/08/2022

Birds are so much fun to sketch, and with the most basic of artistic skills, you’ll soon be inspired to move from sketching the small brown sparrow to sketching the mighty golden eagle. To learn more, check out this article: https://birdsatfirstsight.com/how-to-sketch-birds/

Interested in learning how to sketch birds? Here are practical and easy tips that are sure to get you up to speed in no time! They are also super fun, and before you know it...

30/07/2022

Are you a bird watcher who wears glasses? If you are hunting for that perfect pair of binoculars, make sure they have enough Eye Relief. To learn more, check this out… https://birdsatfirstsight.com/binocular-eye-relief-when-wearing-glasses/

Lets cover the top essentials of binocular eye relief when wearing glasses. In this article, we will cover the most important facts you need to know...

30/07/2022

Confused about the roles of binocular lens diameter and magnification power, and how they differ? It’s actually pretty simple – I’ve broken it down and made it easy here… https://birdsatfirstsight.com/binocular-magnification-and-lens-diameter

Binocular magnification and lens diameter numbers? Just what do those numbers mean and why are they important? If you've ever wanted to know...

30/07/2022

Looking for a great pair of binoculars that you will enjoy for years to come? Don’t sacrifice on high quality lens and prism glass. These can really impact your viewing pleasure. View this article to learn why…https://birdsatfirstsight.com/binocular-lens-and-prism-glass/

If you are in the market for a new pair of binoculars, there are many factors to consider. One of the most important factors is binocular lens and prism glass. The right type of glass will...

30/07/2022

Are you a bird watcher who wears glasses? Are you on the hunt for binoculars that will meet your needs? There are several factors you will need to consider if you plan on wearing your glasses with your binoculars. No worries – I’ve simplified it for you, and have great recommendations here… https://birdsatfirstsight.com

30/07/2022

Learning about binocular roof and porro prisms is actually fascinating, even though it may sound a bit geeky! Its worth learning about if you plan on wearing glasses with your binoculars. In addition, the videos are lovely to view. Check it all out here… https://birdsatfirstsight.com/roof-and-porro-prisms-in-binoculars/

This article will present you with everything you need to know about roof and porro prisms in binoculars, and which are best for binocular users who wear glasses.

26/07/2022

If you've ever wondered how lens and prism coatings impact binocular viewing, then check this out... https://birdsatfirstsight.com/binocular-lens-and-prism-coatings/

When using binoculars, the quality of the image depends on several factors, including the types of coatings placed on the lenses and prisms inside the binoculars. If binocular lens and prism coatings are used sparingly, and if poor quality coatings are used, you won't be happy.