• American Black Ducks in Lancaster County (December 2015)

    Look closely at a flock of Mallards this time of year, and you might find a similar species, the American Black Duck.

    March 5, 2026
  • Ross’s Goose in Cumberland County (February 2026)

    Each year in late winter and early spring, tens of thousands of Snow Geese pass through our area. Some Ross's Geese are undertaking a similar journey.

    February 26, 2026
  • Cooper’s Hawk adult (January 2026)

    Few predators are more dangerous to your backyard birds than the Cooper's Hawk. Their short wings and long tail give them agility to chase down other birds.

    February 19, 2026
  • The mottled brown feathers of this immature Yellow-bellied Sapsucker provide camouflage against the bark of many trees (January 2026)

    The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker is a migratory species of woodpecker that nests across the northernmost third of Pennsylvania.

    February 12, 2026
  • Rough-legged Hawk in Lancaster County (February 2026)

    I came across one of my favorite birds while driving west on a Pennsylvania highway this week: the beautiful Rough-legged Hawk.

    February 5, 2026
  • American Goldfinches & House Finches in Dan & Melissa’s yard (January 2024)

    Wild Birds Unlimited is here to help with a few species-specific tips to help you with attracting more birds to your yard.

    January 29, 2026
  • Carolina Chickadee in York County (December 2025)

    Winter is challenging for small birds like Carolina Chickadees, which weigh less than half an ounce, and Golden-crowned Kinglets, which weigh even less.

    January 22, 2026
  • Purple Finch, Mourning Dove, and American Goldfinch in Dan & Melissa’s yard (April 2021)

    Wild Birds Unlimited is here to help with a few species-specific tips to help you with attracting more birds to your yard.

    January 15, 2026
  • Greater White-fronted Goose flying over Dan & Melissa’s yard (December 2025)

    Many birders keep several lists of birds. One of my favorite lists to keep is my yard list, which includes birds I can see from my yard or visit my yard.

    January 8, 2026
  • House Finch (male) in Ed & Grace’s yard (November 2025)

    You're likely seeing many House Finches visiting your bird feeders this time of year. They're gregarious, so you often see them in flocks of 4 to 20 birds.

    January 1, 2026