Birdhouse

How to start birding

Never seen a bird in your life? I can help! Here are some common backyard birds you might spot in the Northeast.

Picture of an American robin, a common backyard bird in the Northeast.
American Robin

One of my favorites, these little guys like to do their signature little hops. Extremely cute!

Picture of a northern cardinal, a bird with bright red feathers.
Northern Cardinal

They can be quite red.

Picture of a blue jay, a bird with beatiful blue feathers
Blue Jay

Very obnoxious beauty. Their blue feathers are not essentially blue, but a result of structural coloration that manipulates light to appear blue.