Birds who grew up with an adult present are faster at building their nests Scientists used to think birds build nests that look like the one they were born in — generation after generation. But new ...

Breeding season for birds means nest building and egg laying. While the birds themselves are beautiful and fascinating, their nests are also interesting. Some are classic, some are almost ...

Ever caught a bird flying around, gathering twigs, leaves, or even bits of fabric, and wondered what it’s up to? Well, these aren’t random objects– it’s carefully building a home. Bird nests may look ...

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 ...

Birds don't just look for trees and birdhouses when deciding where to build a nest, some choose buildings — houses in particular — according to Homestretch naturalist Brian Keating. Keating said he ...

A male and female Baltimore oriole feed their young while perched on their hanging nest, which is made of materials like thin twigs, plant cotton and bark strips. Spring is in the air — which means ...

Building a nest inside the housing of a traffic light, tucked behind a train bridge, would seem like an unlikely place for a bird to hatch its young. Still, that's just what one robin is doing this ...

Most communities have individuals who do something that makes life more interesting and enjoyable for everyone else.  In ...

The bond between nature and humans is centuries old. Especially when it comes to birds, certain beliefs and omens hold a special place in our lives. Often, we see birds building nests in our windows, ...