For many species of birds, the business of courtship, egg-laying, brooding and feeding young is over. But not for American goldfinches. And so as summer wanes, the time of the goldfinches begins.

Goldfinches are some of the most charming backyard visitors, with unique nesting habits and a diet almost entirely of seeds. They build intricate, low-placed nests in summer when food is abundant, ...

Goldfinches bring bursts of color and gentle song, but their nesting and feeding patterns make them thrive in certain backyards. These late-summer breeders prefer secure, shaded shrubs or trees, ...

The vast majority of native bird nesting takes place in spring, right after the trees green up and the flowers start to bloom. The spring nesting season feels like a frantic rush to quickly build a ...

Right now in the middle of July there’s not a lot of bird activity to be seen. Most birds, with a few exceptions, are done nesting, and both the adults and young are out moving around, mostly away ...

It’s that time of year here in our neck of Pennsylvania when it’s prime nesting season for our feathered friends. Case in point: Our home in Northbrook is now surrounded by nesting birds. These ...

It’s that time of year here in our neck of Pennsylvania when it’s prime nesting season for our feathered friends. Case in point: Our home in Northbrook is now surrounded by nesting birds. These ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Image Credit: Shutterstock. Goldfinches are delightful additions to any yard, thanks to their vibrant yellow feathers and ...

Right now in the middle of July there’s not a lot of bird activity to be seen. Most birds, with a few exceptions, are done nesting, and both the adults and young are out moving around, mostly away ...