Author

Deborah Reiss

An associate editor reporting on wild birds at Biology Insights, Deborah Reiss has spent 21 years in regional publishing. She worked as a feature writer and copy editor for lifestyle magazines before turning her attention to bird life and behavior. Reiss is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she keeps watch on local species.

What Do Jackdaws Eat? A Look at Their Omnivorous Diet
How High Do Hummingbirds Fly During Migration?
Do Magpies Migrate? A Look at Their Movement Patterns
How Far Do Hummingbirds Travel Daily and During Migration?
Do Magpies Kill Other Birds? Predatory Behavior Explained
Do Birds Honk? Which Species and Why They Do It
How Much Does a Hummingbird Drink in a Day?
How Many Calories Do Hummingbirds Burn in a Day?
When Do Hummingbirds Migrate South for the Winter?
When Do Purple Martins Migrate South?
Seasonal Behaviors and Habitats of White-Tailed Ptarmigans
How Often Should You Change Bird Bath Water?
Where Do Herons Sleep at Night? Roosting Sites & Habits
Do Chickadees Migrate? Explaining Their Seasonal Moves
How Far Do Hummingbirds Actually Migrate?
When Are Hummingbirds in Alabama? Peak Migration Times
What to Feed Magpies: Safe and Healthy Options
When to Put Out Nesting Material for Backyard Birds
Are Blue Jays Friendly to Humans?
Do Toucans Migrate? Explaining Their Movement Patterns
When Do Pileated Woodpeckers Mate?
Where to Place a Bird House for Successful Nesting
When Should I Put Out My Oriole Feeder in Michigan?
Where Do Sparrows Go in the Winter?
How Long Does a Hummingbird Sleep Each Night?
Do Blue Jays Eat Snakes? A Look at Their Diet
What Do Hummingbirds Do in the Rain?
What Time Do Hummingbirds Go to Bed?
Where Do Bluebirds Nest in the Wild and in Boxes?
Which Birds Eat Insects and How Do They Catch Them?