Just in the author’s backyard, they have been found nesting in the tail pipe of a unused van and inside an unused bird feeder. Paper wasps typically nest on the underside of horizontal surfaces.

It’s nesting season again. For something so basic and so essential to avian life, I believe that the act of nesting is misunderstood by many. Let’s go over some very basic stuff and ...

Most local resident birds start nest building as early as they deem doable. They grab prime territory before migrating summer nesters arrive, establish homestead rights by at least beginning a ...

Not all birds build nests, and, of those birds that do, not every nest is equal. For example, compare the nests built by the California condor to that of the ruby-throated hummingbird .

A birds nest shop is a great way of inviting our feathered friends into our neighbourhood. They are always looking for the best supplies for their nests, so why not help them out and make a shop ...

But why? Many species of birds decorate their nests to attract a mate—but kites already have partners when they build nests. Still, the ornamentation on kite nests suggests “that there’s ...

Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow welcomed a third egg to their nest sometime on Tuesday and have since taken turns ...