Top 5 Birds to Watch This Fall — And How to Spot Them in Your Backyard

As the leaves begin to turn and the air gets crisp, fall becomes one of the best seasons for backyard birdwatching. Whether you're a seasoned bird lover or just starting out, there’s something magical about spotting a feathered friend amid autumn colors.

Here are 5 birds you might see this season — and how smart bird feeder makes spotting them even easier.

🍂 1. Northern Cardinal
With their bright red feathers and melodic chirps, cardinals are fall favorites. They often appear in pairs and love sunflower seeds.

How to spot them: Place your smart bird feeder camera near dense shrubs and load it with black-oil sunflower seeds.

🍂 2. American Goldfinch
These cheerful yellow birds don’t migrate far. In fall, they start to molt, showing more muted colors — but they’re still easy to identify with PerchMe’s AI bird recognition.

Watch tip: Use nyjer seed to attract them, and enjoy the real-time footage on your phone.

🍂 3. Dark-eyed Junco
Often called “snowbirds,” these slate-colored birds return in fall and stay through winter. They hop along the ground and love platform feeders.

Watch tip: Position your video bird feeder lower or on a deck rail for better Junco action shots.

🍂 4. Black-capped Chickadee
Curious and friendly, chickadees will often visit feeders in the early morning or late afternoon. Their distinctive “dee-dee-dee” call is a joy to hear.

Watch tip: Keep your camera bird feeder stocked with mixed seeds and suet nuggets.

🍂 5. Red-bellied Woodpecker
Look for a striking red cap and zebra-striped back. These birds love peanuts and visit feeders year-round — especially in fall.

Watch tip: Attach your AI bird feeder to a tree trunk or nearby post for ideal shots.

🍁 Bonus Tip: Want to identify what you’re seeing? PerchMe’s built-in AI recognizes over 11,000 species, giving you names, behaviors, and fun facts instantly.

This fall, turn your backyard into a bird theater.
🍂 Let PerchMe help you watch the season in full color.

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