Roger Tory Peterson referred to the American Robin as the one bird that everybody knows, but there's more to this species than its trademark orange breast.

American Robin

The spectacularly colorful triangular bill of the Atlantic Puffin is one of the most recognizable features of any bird. Find out more about this distinctive and-dare we say-cute species.

Atlantic Puffin

Roger Tory Peterson

Who was Roger Tory Peterson and how did he manage, at the age of 25, to revolutionize birdwatching?

Roger Tory Peterson: Almost Like Resurrection

Behind the symbol that decorates our currency lies a very real, powerful, and impressive bird

Bald Eagle

Birds are famous for their beautiful plumage, but their songs and sounds are just as much a part of their identity and day-to-day life.

Bird Songs and Sounds

Meet the uniquely adapted bird behind one of the wilderness's most haunting voices.

Common Loon

Web-footed and water-loving, this large, diverse, and gregarious group of birds is a favorite of birders and nonbirders alike.

Ducks, Geese, Swans

Finches are a diverse group united by their short, heavy bills designed for cracking seeds as well as a tendency toward bright colors and cheerful songs.

Finches

Flycatchers as a family aren't as well known as warblers or finches, yet they comprise the most diverse family of birds in the New World. Take a peek inside the not-so-well-known but still fascinating family.

Flycatchers

Cartoons, however funny, don't capture the true personality of this classic desert bird.

Greater Roadrunner

Richly illustrated with paintings, photographs, and sound recordings of featured birds, these video podcasts are an entertaining and educational supplement to the Peterson Field Guide to Birds of North America.

Graceful, water-loving aerialists, gulls and terns are constant companions at the water's edge. Rather than an exhaustive identification seminar, this video focuses on the range of variation within this elegant group.

Gulls and Terns

Roger Tory Peterson had great impact as a writer, artist, educator, and conservationist, becoming a true celebrity and being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

The Foremost Naturalist in the World

Beautiful birds that are fun and easy to watch, these familiar waders are great for beginning birdwatchers.

Herons, Egrets, Bitterns

Everyone wants to know of a bird: What is it? Here's how to start answering that question.

How to Identify Birds

Found only in the New World, the hummingbirds are famous for their bold colors, nectar-feeding habits, seemingly endless energy, and their singular ability to fly backward.

Hummingbirds

Meadowlarks are at once familiar and yet surprisingly little known.

Meadowlarks

A serious contender for the title of "Most Brilliant Backyard Bird," the Northern Cardinal is on just about everyone's list of favorite birds.

Northern Cardinal

Who doesn't love owls? With their big eyes, mysterious faces, and nocturnal habits, owls are just downright fascinating.

Owls

What the Northern Mockingbird lacks in bright colors, it makes up for in vocal prowess.

Northern Mockingbird

Often cited as one of the world's fastest birds, the Peregrine Falcon is a formidable predator by any standard.

Peregrine Falcon

HMH Podcasts

An iconic American game bird, the Wild Turkey is one of the largest and surely one of the most distinctive members of our avifauna.

Wild Turkey

Tiny, restless, and often stunningly beautiful, the warblers are a reliable source of joy and occasional frustration for birdwatchers in the New World.

Warblers

In this case, topography refers not to mountains and valleys but to the parts of a bird. A basic knowledge of how birds are put together is incredibly useful in appreciating and identifying them.

Topography

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Best Multi-Part Documentaries

The best podcast episodes on global issues affecting everyone. Covering topics such as the #metoo movement, climate change, the impact of technology and some of the biggest global issues facing us right now. For anyone interested in learning more about the world, and some of the issues we're facing, pick an episode below and start listening! Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!