A lot of what birding is about does not need to be put into words. But here we are.

An osprey — possibly everyone’s favorite species along with snowy owls — was heard calling over Major’s Cove.

Perhaps the most traditional harbinger of spring is when we first see robins.

Snowy owls need no introduction. They are one of the few birds that can entice a non-birder to go birding.

Feeder reports can be very exciting. Watching them can lead you to exciting finds.

The 58th annual Martha’s Vineyard Christmas Bird Count was held on Friday, Dec. 29.

One immature bald eagle, five snowy owls, 22 great blue herons and a thick-billed murre. This was just part of the tally for the annual Christmas Bird Count.

Yellow-throated warblers are one of the few warblers that looks colorful and distinctive throughout the year, hence it is relatively easy to identify.

You might think that a freshwater pond on Martha’s Vineyard in winter would be a habitat unlikely to attract birds, but the opposite is true.

Calling all young birders it is time for the Junior Christmas Bird Count.