North America is home to some of the most stunning birds in the world. From jewel-toned songbirds to brilliantly patterned ducks, discover 10 of the most beautiful North American birds—and the best time of year to see each one.

Meet the colorful “cousins” of the Grosbeak family—Rose-breasted, Black-headed, Blue, the Northern Cardinal and the Pyrrhuloxia. Learn their distribution, migration, nesting habits, and how you can support healthy grosbeak populations right in your backyard. A beautiful group of birds we can help protect through simple, bird-friendly actions.