This is the time of year when the lingering summer shows us some signs of autumn just around the corner. The phasing out of summer’s oppressive heat and humidity is a welcome early harbinger of fall.

The American robin is a common sight in the spring in summer, with its bright rust colored breast and recognizable song. The birds are now in the middle of their nesting season, and might be building ...

In June, if you’re observant, a window of nature opens for a short time. By now, common songbirds like chickadees and American robins have finally coaxed their growing young out of their nests and ...

This week’s question is: Where have all the robins gone? The question was asked by a casual birdwatcher (not by a bird nerd who keeps elaborate records and builds an impressive life list, recording ...