Washington's state bird is the Willow Goldfinch, a flash of brilliant yellow that turns up in backyard feeders, weedy fields, and wetland edges across the state. Learn how to identify it, when ...

Wondering why robins never visit your feeder? Their natural feeding habits hold the answer, according to bird experts.

Fill a finch feeder with nyjer thistle seed to attract goldfinches. Add the best finch feeders to your yard to see flocks of ...

Squirrels are incredible little athletes, and their antics are fun to watch. But what’s not fun? When they gnaw on your bird ...

Cardinals, blue jays, woodpeckers, and goldfinches will show up fast with sunflower, suet and thistle — but one simple seed swap can send squirrels packing.

You've likely never thought about turning this handy kitchen item into a bird feeder, but it's perfect for protecting birdseed from getting moldy when it rains.

Hummingbird feeders can be put out as early as late February in the Southeast, and waiting until late March or early April is okay for most areas. Avoid placing feeders near glass windows to prevent ...

Bergen County music lovers may spot a familiar face on TV Monday night as rising singer-songwriter and Paramus native Jake Thistle makes his "American Idol" debut. Thistle announced his participation ...

Jake has been garnering love for his musical talents for a while now. During his time at the School of Communication and Information, he performed at numerous Rutgers events such as COMMChella and the ...

Ever since he picked up the guitar at 9 years old, Rutgers alum Jake Thistle has been forging his path in music. During his time at the School of Communication and Information, Thistle advanced his ...

With our unusual weather, many have come to the rescue and provided bird food for our feathered friends during our record snow. Many have a fascination with birds and like to watch them during the ...