Mind the Migration! Alert for the Month of March
This month, we’re checking out some of the incoming swallow species settling into their breeding grounds in Colorado. These fast-flying insectivores are sure to catch your eye as they whiz and glide above a glimmering pool of water.
Read MoreMind the Migration! Alert for the Month of February
Will you be in or near West Virginia this February? Grab your binoculars! It may be cold, but it’s already time to catch some early birds migrating north from their wintering grounds!
Read MoreMind the Migration! Alert for the Month of December
This month, we are taking a look at a few gull species you can keep an eye out for in or near Nebraska. Of the many species that spend their summers in the Arctic, three will be paying this Midwest state a visit as they migrate to warmer latitudes for the winter. We’ll give you the ins and outs of how you might be able to distinguish them from your more usual, resident gull neighbors.
Read MoreUnique Foraging Techniques You’ve Never Heard Of
They say the early bird gets the worm, but that’s not the only way birds catch their meals! Have you ever heard of birds about stealing from spiders? What about stomping their prey into the ground? Read on to find out more.
Read MoreMind the Migration! Alert for the Month of October
If you will be in or near North Dakota this month, keep a watch out for some special migrants. In October, a handful of owls will begin migrating through. While owls can often be elusive to birders, we have tips and tricks to help you keep an eye (and an ear!) out for these stealthy, swift-flying strigiform splendors.
Read MoreMind the Migration! Alert for the Month of September
With the first month of autumn come opportunities to see some birds as colorful as the turning leaves in the chilly state of Maine. Known for its lobster, blueberries, and lighthouses, Maine is home to 3,478 miles of coastline, more than even California, and is the northernmost state in New England. Over 80% of the state’s area is covered in forest, and much of the coast is lined with beautiful mountain ranges. In the first month of autumn, bright colors will enter the landscape in changing leaves, and so will these birds.
Read MoreMind the Migration! Alert for the Month of August
If you find yourself in or around Kentucky this August, get ready to see a wide array of warblers migrating south through the state this month.
Read More“It’s got orange on like… the top of the body but to the side… and is green under the head in front of the wing!” Have you ever struggled and stumbled through a sentence, trying to find the right words to describe a bird’s body? From the tip of the bill to the tip of the tail, here’s a crash course in bird topology.
Read MoreFrom ducks, to herons, to plovers, here’s a look at a variety of water birds migrating into Ohio to watch out for this month.
Read MoreLooking to bring more beautiful birds to your bird feeder? Wanna give your backyard visitors the delicious and nutritious meals they need and deserve? Read to find out how.
Read MoreEver get confused by an unfamiliar color name in a field guide? You’re not alone. Here’s a look at an artistic and historical perspective on common plumage colors.
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