Feeding birds through winter is fun until you’re hosing seed shells off the porch and side-eying every squirrel in the county. You can absolutely keep a steady buffet out without turning your yard, ...

There’s something so relaxing about bird-watching from your window, watching feathered visitors chirp away as they eat from a bird feeder. No matter where you live, there are likely a variety of birds ...

This cheery blue- or yellow-roofed feeder, from security company Netvue, was the first smart feeder WIRED tested, back in 2022. At that time, we gave it a 6/10 rating for its high price and wonky AI.

The feathered friends around your home can be picky eaters, so be sure to provide them with their favorite meals. By John Alexander Published Jun 20, 2025 9:00 AM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a ...

Bird watching is something of a national pastime. Ninety-six million Americans are birding these days, but 91 million of them are doing so from home, according to a 2022 U.S. Fish and Wildlife survey.

Seeing a bird land in your yard and perch near your porch is thrilling—especially if you own a bird feeder filled with seeds and nuts that draw in new species every day. But in order to enjoy the ...

If you want to attract more hungry visitors to your bird feeder, this is where you should place it in your yard. Aly Lopez was a writer on the sleep and wellness team at CNET. She tested, researched ...

This Birdfy feeder is easy to assemble, attracts birds fast, and has a spot-on AI with adorable phone notifications.

As a lifelong birder, I approached testing the FeatherSnap Scout Smart Bird Feeder with a fair amount of skepticism. I don’t need help identifying the feathered visitors to my small yard. Yet, over ...

A few simple steps can keep your bird feed going to its intended recipients instead of those puffy-tailed sneaks. By John Alexander Published Jul 26, 2025 1:00 PM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a ...

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