As Sean explains, ‘Ceramic bird baths can be beautiful, but they’re not always up for the winter challenge! They can crack in ...

Moving water will stay thawed longer in the winter. Many bird enthusiasts have small ponds with fountains, says Rodomsky-Bish, who notes that they stay thawed even on very cold days. 5.

Additionally, providing a freshwater source, such as a heated bird bath, is a small, yet necessary act that keeps birds hydrated and healthy. “Not everybody comes to your seed feeder, but ...

To keep birds safe, take care when placing your bird feeders, according to the Lab of Ornithology. An estimated 100 million birds are killed in collisions with window glass every year, the group says.

This active winter species gets me outside to take a walk and get some exercise. I must dress warmly, but the woodpecker makes the best of its year-round attire with all its interesting adaptations.

Their feathers, roosting behaviors and adaptability help birds survive the cold, “nature’s proving ground.” By Margaret Roach Winter mornings begin at David Sibley’s Deerfield, Mass ...