Birding Resources, Free Plans & Guides

Welcome to Bird Haven’s curated collection of resources for bird lovers. Whether you’re just starting to feed backyard birds or you’ve been at it for years, these guides and tools will help you create a thriving bird-friendly space.

🗺 Migration & Bird Tracking

• Journey North Migration Maps – Track hummingbirds, orioles, barn swallows, monarchs, and more in real time.

• eBird by Cornell Lab – Citizen science data where birders record sightings worldwide. Great for finding what’s in your area now.

💡 Tip: Keep your feeders full during peak migration seasons. Try our DryFlow™ Hopper Feeder to handle heavy traffic while keeping seed dry.

🔎 Bird Identification & Learning

• All About Birds (Cornell Lab) – Free, expert identification guides, calls, and videos.

• Merlin Bird ID App – Instantly identify birds by photo or sound.

🛠 Free Plans & DIY Tutorials

• Nest Box Builder – Free plans and tutorials for bluebirds, wrens, chickadees, and more.

• Sialis – Helping Bluebirds – Expert tips on bluebird houses, predator control, and successful nesting.

🔨 Don’t want to build? Explore our Amish-built bird houses made from durable recycled poly lumber—crafted to last for years.

🐦 Species-Specific Resources

• The Hummingbird Society – Conservation, feeding tips, and migration info for hummingbirds.

• Operation RubyThroat – Hands-on hummingbird education and citizen science projects.

🌱 Conservation & Citizen Science

• Cornell Lab of Ornithology – Research, education, and conservation resources.

• Project FeederWatch – Track birds at your feeders and contribute to nationwide bird science.

🌻 Stock up on food: Our Deluxe Wild Bird Food is a year-round favorite that attracts the widest variety of backyard birds.

✨ Bookmark this page as your go-to hub for birding knowledge.