These birds have different reputations.

Earlier this week, while stopping at a country store in Monroe County to buy some snacks, I ran into an old acquaintance decked out in well-worn, camouflage hunting clothes. “Going deer hunting?” I ...

Amid spring’s profusion of birdsong, one of the most iconic voices is that of the mourning dove. It’s a familiar sound, in which an opening note swells into a higher second syllable, then falls back ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Credit: Getty Images Recognizing birds by their scientific classifications can take years of study, an expert eye, and broad ...

Living in an urban apartment complex, you learn to appreciate the sparse wildlife around you. Lately, I’ve taken notice of the local pigeons and doves. The more attention you grant these commonplace ...