Terms of Use

The terms that apply when you use BackyardBirdAnswers.com.

Last updated: September 16, 2026.

Educational information

Backyard Bird Answers provides general educational information about backyard birds, feeding, identification and common bird-related situations. Content is not veterinary, wildlife-rehabilitation, legal or other professional advice.

No guarantee

We work to provide useful, accurate information, but bird behavior and local conditions vary. We do not guarantee that every technique will produce a particular result or that all information will remain current indefinitely.

Wildlife and safety

Follow applicable local laws and guidance when handling wildlife. For injured or sick birds, contact an appropriate licensed wildlife rehabilitator, veterinarian or wildlife authority.

Intellectual property

Unless otherwise indicated, original text, graphics, branding and original photographs on this site are owned by Backyard Bird Answers and may not be republished in full without permission. Brief quotations and links are welcome where permitted by law.

Third-party links

We link to external resources for research and convenience. We do not control those websites or their privacy practices.

Future affiliate relationships

If Backyard Bird Answers later uses affiliate links or receives compensation connected to a recommendation, we will disclose that relationship clearly where required. At the time of this update, the site is primarily informational.

Changes

These terms may be updated as the site evolves. Continued use of the site after an update means you accept the revised terms.

Contact

Questions can be sent to hello@backyardbirdanswers.com.