Birding

No, That's Not an Owl Outside Your Window
August 31, 2018 — It's probably a Mourning Dove. Here's the difference between their calls.
Bird Questions and Facts
聶Com籀 se llama? How Birds Get Their Spanish Names
August 31, 2018 — Bilingual birding can offer a deeper understanding of the species we seek, while also helping to bridge communities across the Americas.
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Lost at Sea, Hard-Flying Birds Can Be Mega Rarities and Mysteries
August 29, 2018 — A vagrant seabird might be a once-in-a-lifetime sighting, so make sure to keep both eyes on the water.
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Alcatraz Is Being Overrun by Seabirds, But Whos Complaining?
August 09, 2018 — Fifty-five years after the infamous prison closed, The Rock now hosts thousands of nesting gulls, cormorants, guillemots, and more.
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Chicks and Wasps GaloreBehind the Scenes of a First-Year Bluebird Trail
August 08, 2018 — Ever wondered what its like to be a nest box monitor? A teen birder shares her adventures from the field.
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10 National Parks That Are Surprisingly Great for Birding
July 31, 2018 — You don't have to visit Yosemite to see a lot of species.
Year of the Bird
Seven Birdy Books for Kids (and the Kid Inside of You)
July 30, 2018 — Summer is prime time to share the thrills of outdoor exploration with young ones.
Books
Six Things I Learned by Scoping Out Baby Birds and Their Parents
July 16, 2018 — Summer is a great time to watch cute chicks growand understand how avian survival works.
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Is That Golden Eagle Actually a Bald Eagle?
July 03, 2018 — In its youth, our national symbol sports brown feathers on its headmaking it easily confused with its rarer, golden cousin.
ID Tips
For the LGBTQ Community, Birding Can Be a Reliefand a Source of Anxiety
June 29, 2018 — LGBTQ birders are working together to make the hobby more inclusive and welcoming, while dealing with lingering challenges of acceptance.
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