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Although warblers are typically associated with spring, there's one species of warbler that remains across most of North America even when temperatures plummet and snow flies. Do you know what it is? bit.ly/2S8CR1q

Did you participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count? Tell us about your results!(Northern cardinal photo via Pixabay)

While cavity nesters often use nest boxes as shelter during the winter, they’re not ideal for keeping warm during frigid weather. If you're crafty, consider downloading plans to build a winter songbird roosting box: bit.ly/2ThTNQF

Research has found that, among tufted titmice, the wider the black forehead patch, the greater the social dominance. Interestingly, patch height does not appear to be a dominance factor. bit.ly/2U8qLmq(Photo via Pixabay)

Get ready for the Great Backyard Bird Count! This citizen-science project will be held February 15-18 this year. Learn more about it: bit.ly/2sJNCZK(Carolina wren photo by Nancy Buron)

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Winter may be the best time of year for backyard feeding stations, as wild food sources become scarcer. For the shy "skulker" birds that don't frequent feeders, try tossing a handful of mixed seed, sunflower hearts, peanut bits, old fruit, suet bits, or even crushed eggshells into any deep cover around the perimeter of your yard. bit.ly/2sKJt88(Fox sparrow photo by Eva Bonner)

Many owls begin nesting in late winter. Now is the ideal time to listen for them calling at night if you have an older pine stand or deciduous woods nearby. Find out "whooo" you might start hearing: bit.ly/2ABWTYa(Great horned owl photo via Pixabay)

The idea that robins are a sign of spring is somewhat mythical. Robins overwinter in much of northern North America, but they stick to woods and thickets where they can find fruit. The birds return to lawns on warmer days to seek their warm-weather food: earthworms, grubs, and other insects. bit.ly/2Gm51NV(American robin photo via Pixabay)

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Is it too early to wish you a happy spring? Our editor weighs in: bit.ly/2VNyGY2

Once you become acquainted with it, the American tree sparrow has a personality and look that cannot be mistaken for any other little brown bird. bit.ly/2VIufgT(Photo by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren)

Looking for ideas on how to make your backyard birds more comfortable during the chilly months? This free guide from Bird Watcher's Digest should help! bit.ly/2E7Di2vHelping Backyard Birds in Winter » Bird Watcher's Digest As bird watchers and bird feeders, there’s a great sense of satisfaction that comes from seeing our offerings of food, water, and shelter being eagerly consumed by our backyard birds. Perhaps nothing is more important than keeping the ultimate welfare of the birds in mind. This e-guide is full of ...

Do you keep a yard/year list? How many species have you counted so far in 2019?(Carolina wren photo by Nancy Buron)

Whoa!Rare half-male, half-female cardinal spotted in Pennsylvania What causes this phenomenon?

It might be cold outside, but you can't stop cleaning your bird feeders until spring arrives! bit.ly/2CZMEi0