In harsh weather, however, they seek protection. In this storm, Eastern bluebirds — the species ... of birds that roosted there out of the cold (the old nest had been removed and that box ...

and several severe winters in the East that prevented some populations of eastern bluebirds from feeding on berries, a favorite cold weather food source, knocking back this species in some areas.

After the cold weather we had last week ... while the department has received reports of dead birds, specifically bluebird, she said this should not cause concern. Pierce said this winter has ...

Eastern bluebirds, in particular, got a boost from a birdhouse-building program. And feeders full of seeds, suet and mealworms help backyard birds weather the ever-shortening cold season.

I noticed that the wild leek leaves poked out of the ground a week later than last year, and the giant trillium blossoms are ...

Nashville Elementary first graders have spent the past year learning about eagles, owls and songbirds and love for nature.

They're also watching for the impact of predators and harsh weather on the nests and birds. Bluebirds need a cavity for nesting, such as rotted holes in trees. But they don't like to be in the ...