Migration

Bird migration is a fascinating natural occurrence to observe—and lucky for us, it’s happening all the time. Migration affects what birds you’ll see at your feeder and around parks and trails in a given time of year.

Learn which birds migrate, when birds migrate, and why they do it.

12 Amazing Facts You Should Know About Hummingbird Migration

It’s hummingbird migration season, and these tiny flying jewels are busy fueling up for their journey. You can do your part to help by putting out nectar feeders and keeping them filled and fresh. Take a look at these incredible facts about the backyard favorite.

Winter Migration: Which Birds Stay and How do They Stay Warm?

Winter can be a harsh time of year for birds, but a surprising number of them stay in one place year-round. Learn which birds stay, and how they survive through the cold season.

When do Songbirds Migrate?

Learn about the migration patterns of songbirds. Discover how you can attract these migrant birds to your yard and help them survive their journeys.

Light Pollution and Other Dangers of Bird Migration

Migration is tough enough for birds. Learn why light pollution is especially hazardous during their long migratory journeys.

Does Feeding Birds Hinder Migration?

Don't fear fall feeding. Birds know when to migrate, regardless of how much food is available. Learn what actually spurs bird migration.

Migration is for the Birds – But Not All of Them

It's true—not all birds migrate for fall and winter. Learn which birds choose to stay put, and how they survive cold weather and scarcity of food.

Migration

Bird migration is a fascinating natural occurrence to observe—and lucky for us, it’s happening all the time. Migration affects what birds you’ll see at your feeder and around parks and trails in a given time of year.

Learn which birds migrate, when birds migrate, and why they do it.

2022 Hummingbird Spring Migration Interactive Map
Last Updated 3/2/2022

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12 Amazing Facts You Should Know About Hummingbird Migration

Winter Migration: Which Birds Stay and How do They Stay Warm?

When do Songbirds Migrate?

Light Pollution and Other Dangers of Bird Migration

Does Feeding Birds Hinder Migration?

Migration is for the Birds – But Not All of Them

Migration

Bird migration is a fascinating natural occurrence to observe—and lucky for us, it’s happening all the time. Migration affects what birds you’ll see at your feeder and around parks and trails in a given time of year.

Learn which birds migrate, when birds migrate, and why they do it.

2022 Hummingbird Spring Migration Interactive Map Last Updated 3/2/2022

2022 Hummingbird Spring Migration Interactive Map
Last Updated 3/2/2022