{"id":3735,"date":"2022-12-01T18:07:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-01T23:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/?page_id=3735"},"modified":"2026-02-10T08:57:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T13:57:42","slug":"shop-for-our-cause","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/shop-for-our-cause\/","title":{"rendered":"Shop for Our Cause"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Deepen your enjoyment of birds or delight someone you love with a gift that connects them with nature. Check out these thoughtful gift ideas that spark curiosity, encourage people to get outdoors, and are suitable for any age and experience level! Plus, your purchase also gives back to the birds: proceeds help support the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\u2019s mission to improve the understanding and protection of birds.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/join.birds.cornell.edu\/ea-action\/action?ea.client.id=1806&amp;ea.campaign.id=24786&amp;ea.tracking.id=ENR\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Membership-shoppage-720x540.jpg\" alt=\"Tap or click to subscribe to Living Bird magazine\" class=\"wp-image-12076\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Membership-shoppage-720x540.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Membership-shoppage-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Membership-shoppage-480x360.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Membership-shoppage.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Cornell Lab Membership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A year of the award-winning <em>Living Bird<\/em> magazine, discounts on courses and projects, and access to the latest birding news in our monthly Benefits Bulletin. Memberships start at $44\/year and include a printable gift card.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/join.birds.cornell.edu\/ea-action\/action?ea.client.id=1806&amp;ea.campaign.id=24786&amp;ea.tracking.id=ENR\">Order a gift membership online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Lifelong Learners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list article-list simple-list list-style\"><ul>\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/academy.allaboutbirds.org\/course-list\/?utm_campaign=BA%20holiday%20sale%202021&amp;utm_source=birds%20cornell%20edu&amp;utm_medium=page&amp;utm_term=shop%20for%20a%20cause\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ruby-topaz-Humminbird-Michiel-Oversteegen.png\" alt=\"tap or click to view the Bird Academy course list\" class=\"wp-image-19834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ruby-topaz-Humminbird-Michiel-Oversteegen.png 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ruby-topaz-Humminbird-Michiel-Oversteegen-240x180.png 240w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ruby-topaz-Humminbird-Michiel-Oversteegen-480x360.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Ruby-topaz Hummingbird \u00a9 Michiel Oversteegen \/ Macaulay Library.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Bird Academy Courses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-paced, online courses for beginners through advanced birders. Topics range from species identification to nature photography and bird appreciation, and are packed with tools and expert resources.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/academy.allaboutbirds.org\/product\/give-a-one-year-birdwise-subscription\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Golden-crowned-Kinglet-Bryan-Calk.png\" alt=\"tap or click to subscribe or gift a BirdWise photo quizzing subscription\" class=\"wp-image-19836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Golden-crowned-Kinglet-Bryan-Calk.png 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Golden-crowned-Kinglet-Bryan-Calk-240x180.png 240w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Golden-crowned-Kinglet-Bryan-Calk-480x360.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Golden-crowned Kinglet by Bryan Calk \/ Macaulay Library.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">BirdWise Subscription<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gift one whole year of personalized bird ID quizzes covering 640+ species in the U.S. and Canada! Perfect for aspiring naturalists to build their confidence, photo quizzes can be customized for specific habitats and help track important birding milestones. Gift cards arrive by email with an optional personal note. <a href=\"https:\/\/academy.allaboutbirds.org\/product\/give-a-one-year-birdwise-subscription\/\">Be BirdWise!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/birdsoftheworld.org\/bow\/subscribe?utm_campaign=Shop%20For%20Cause%202023&amp;utm_source=email&amp;utm_content=Shop%20For%20Cause\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Torrent-Duck-Wentao-Yang.png\" alt=\"tap or click to learn more about Birds of the World\" class=\"wp-image-19839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Torrent-Duck-Wentao-Yang.png 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Torrent-Duck-Wentao-Yang-240x180.png 240w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Torrent-Duck-Wentao-Yang-480x360.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Torrent Duck \u00a9 Wentao Yang \/ Macaulay Library.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default has-medium-font-size\">Birds of the World<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The definitive reference for dedicated bird lovers, <a href=\"https:\/\/birdsoftheworld.org\/bow\/subscribe?utm_campaign=Shop%20For%20Cause%202023&amp;utm_source=email&amp;utm_content=Shop%20For%20Cause\">Birds of the World<\/a> is the Lab\u2019s premium resource. This groundbreaking tool offers comprehensive life history details on every bird species and family in the world, including dynamic range maps, photos, videos, and sounds! <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the List-Makers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list article-list simple-list list-style\"><ul>\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/feederwatch.org\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Gray-crowned-Rosy-Finch-Lorie-Shaull.png\" alt=\"tap or click to learn more about Project FeederWatch\" class=\"wp-image-19837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Gray-crowned-Rosy-Finch-Lorie-Shaull.png 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Gray-crowned-Rosy-Finch-Lorie-Shaull-240x180.png 240w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Gray-crowned-Rosy-Finch-Lorie-Shaull-480x360.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch \u00a9 Lorie Shaull \/ Macaulay Library.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Give the Gift of FeederWatch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Contribute to real scientific research by counting birds from your own neighborhood! Project FeederWatch encourages quiet connections with nature and makes birdwatching fun for all ages. Become a seasonal participant for $18 and receive access to the mobile app, a double-sided poster of common feeder birds, a calendar, and annual results based on your participation that arrive directly in your inbox. <a href=\"https:\/\/feederwatch.org\">More about FeederWatch<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Cozy Birders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list article-list simple-list list-style\"><ul>\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/birdsandbeanscoffee.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/90-Audubon-Coffee_r1_ATX_7709-1280x853.jpg\" alt=\"tap or click to visit Birds and Beans bird friendly coffee site\" class=\"wp-image-16987\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/90-Audubon-Coffee_r1_ATX_7709-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/90-Audubon-Coffee_r1_ATX_7709-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/90-Audubon-Coffee_r1_ATX_7709-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/90-Audubon-Coffee_r1_ATX_7709-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/90-Audubon-Coffee_r1_ATX_7709-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/90-Audubon-Coffee_r1_ATX_7709-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of Birds and Beans.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Bird-Friendly Coffee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy your morning brew while directly supporting bird conservation and protecting vital habitat around the world. <a href=\"https:\/\/birdsandbeanscoffee.com\/\">Birds &amp; Beans<\/a> are Certified Smithsonian Bird Friendly, USDA Organic, and Fair Trade. Choose from six different roasts!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/order.wbu.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/WBYstore.jpg\" alt=\"My WBU store, photo from WBU site\" class=\"wp-image-10599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/WBYstore.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/WBYstore-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of Wild Birds Unlimited.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Bird-Feeding Supplies from Wild Birds Unlimited<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stock up on all your backyard bird needs with Wild Birds Unlimited, long-time supporter of the Cornell Lab! <a href=\"https:\/\/order.wbu.com\/\">Shop online<\/a> or in person at one of their 350+ locations nationwide.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Know Before You Buy: Our Guides to Birding Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list article-list simple-list list-style\"><ul>\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutbirds.org\/news\/how-to-choose-binoculars-full-size-compact-pocket\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"636\" height=\"477\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/binocs-choosing-4x3-1.jpg\" alt=\"tap or click to view our binocular reviews\" class=\"wp-image-19821\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/binocs-choosing-4x3-1.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/binocs-choosing-4x3-1-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/binocs-choosing-4x3-1-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 636px) 100vw, 636px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by Susan Spear.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">How to Find the Right Binoculars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many binocular options and prices on the market, how do you know which one is the right investment for you? Let our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutbirds.org\/news\/how-to-choose-binoculars-full-size-compact-pocket\/\">binocular purchase guide<\/a> and in-depth reviews help you level up your birding!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutbirds.org\/news\/how-to-choose-the-right-kind-of-bird-feeder\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/downy-woodpecker_cheryl-taylor_ML621048252-1280x960.jpg\" alt=\"tap or click for recommendations on bird feeders\" class=\"wp-image-19835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/downy-woodpecker_cheryl-taylor_ML621048252-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/downy-woodpecker_cheryl-taylor_ML621048252-720x540.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/downy-woodpecker_cheryl-taylor_ML621048252-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/downy-woodpecker_cheryl-taylor_ML621048252-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/downy-woodpecker_cheryl-taylor_ML621048252-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/downy-woodpecker_cheryl-taylor_ML621048252-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/downy-woodpecker_cheryl-taylor_ML621048252-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Downy Woodpecker by Cheryl <br>Taylor \/ Macaulay Library.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">How to Choose the Best Bird Feeders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transform your backyard into a popular hangout spot with a bird feeder! The right feeder will not only attract regular visitors, it may also attract rare species. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutbirds.org\/news\/how-to-choose-the-right-kind-of-bird-feeder\/\">What is the right feeder for your outdoor space?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free Resources for You and the Birds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list article-list simple-list list-style\"><ul>\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nestwatch.org\/learn\/all-about-birdhouses\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/red-breasted-nuthach_danielle-a_ML440780541-1280x960.jpg\" alt=\"tap or click to learn about birdhouses\" class=\"wp-image-19838\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/red-breasted-nuthach_danielle-a_ML440780541-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/red-breasted-nuthach_danielle-a_ML440780541-720x540.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/red-breasted-nuthach_danielle-a_ML440780541-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/red-breasted-nuthach_danielle-a_ML440780541-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/red-breasted-nuthach_danielle-a_ML440780541-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/red-breasted-nuthach_danielle-a_ML440780541-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/red-breasted-nuthach_danielle-a_ML440780541-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Red-breasted Nuthatch by Danielle A \/ Macaulay Library.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Build Them a Birdhouse<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all birdhouses are the same. 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Level up your bird song ID skills, learn the fascinating science of feathers, and even DJ your own wildlife music with the <a href=\"https:\/\/academy.allaboutbirds.org\/learning-games\/\">Bird Academy Play Lab<\/a>. Or take the whole adventure off-screen and go on one of our K-12 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/k12\/quests\/\">Nature Quests<\/a> with the whole family!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-birdpress-simple-list-item article-item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutbirds.org\/cams\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cam-cornell-feeders-e1764625885156.jpg\" alt=\"Tap or click to visit Bird Cams site\" class=\"wp-image-19823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cam-cornell-feeders-e1764625885156.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cam-cornell-feeders-e1764625885156-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.birds.cornell.edu\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cam-cornell-feeders-e1764625885156-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Northern Cardinals share the seeds at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutbirds.org\/cams\/cornell-lab-feederwatch\/\">Cornell Lab FeederWatch Cam<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Enjoy Our Bird Cams Any Time of the Day or Year<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel the world with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutbirds.org\/cams\/\">Bird Cams<\/a>! 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