Downy Woodpecker (male) I am something of a lazy birder. I spend a lot of time and energy maintaining and enjoying my bird feeders, as well as photographing the birds in my backyard. But I rarely ever go out into the field–and when I do, “the field” is a park with a lake and hiking […]| The Used Life
In the world of coffee certifications, there’s one that soars above the rest—literally. The Smithsonian Bird Friendly certification is the gold standard when it comes to protecting our feathered friends and other wildlife while ensuring your coffee is both delicious and environmentally responsible. But what does it take for a coffee farm to earn this... The post Bird Friendly Certification: 8 Requirements Coffee Farms Need to Satisify appeared first on Bird Watching HQ.| Bird Watching HQ
“Access means something completely different for every single one of us. We try really hard to get curious about what is there — and then to share that with the world, so that the folks w…| Listening to the Universe
It is always a breath of fresh air to visit Pt. Reyes in Northern California. We go once a month and it is a different and thrilling adventure every time, cycles of the season are always in play. Our day trip last week was a typical coastal mid-October day. It was chilly and overcast. We … Continue reading Autumn Day at Pt. Reyes| Jet Eliot
Welcome back to Links! We’re about a month out from Thanksgiving and I’m slowly working on my share of the menu. For the past couple years, we’ve done an “all sides” Thanksgiving, because I don’t want to bother with a turkey. It’s just two of us and even a breast would probably be too much. I also think sides are the best part of the holiday anyway. My partner is usually in charge of the … Continue reading Links: Birding, a New Romance Bookstore, & More→| Smart Bitches, Trashy BooksSmart Bitches, Trashy Books
Spring Migration is underway! It's the best time of the year for backyard birding. Get your Bird AirBnB ready for guests. You never know who'll stop by at your feeder or bath. The post Spring Migration 2025 first appeared on The Backyard Naturalist.| The Backyard Naturalist
Goldfinches breed later than other birds and only have one brood. Does nature save the best for last? Don't miss juvenile Goldfinch acrobatics at your feeder!| The Backyard Naturalist - Wild Bird Feeding Supplies, Nature Books and Gifts
I thought State Route 37 was awful, until I looked up. The post The Best Worst Commute in the Bay Area appeared first on Bay Nature.| Bay Nature
If you are new to birdwatching, here are some great resources to help you learn more about birds and learn to identify them.| Whitney Anderson Gardening
Beyond the Fairchild Oak, the centerpiece of the main trailhead at Bulow Creek State Park, the interpretive Wahlin Trail delves deeper into lush Bulow Hammock north of Ormond Beach.| Florida Hikes
Discover 15 bird species that benefit from shade-grown coffee farms and learn how sustainable coffee supports bird habitats and biodiversity.| Bird Watching HQ
Photographer Keith Goldstein shares beautiful photographs and thoughts on lessons learned from pigeons and sparrows.| magpiesmagazine.com
As we welcome the month of October, many of us also warmly welcome the early fall staple of the Sandhill Crane’s annual migration. With a wingspan up to six feet, the Sandhill Crane is not only the largest bird in Michigan, but it still holds the title for the oldest living bird species.| Michigan Audubon
Yes, it was another record-breaking season! Breeding pairs of Piping Plovers hit a record high in 2025 reaching 174 pairs, smashing 2023’s record of 157 pairs. A total of 251 chicks fledged, only one chick shy of breaking 2022’s record number of fledglings, resulting in a productivity rate of 1.44 chicks fledged per pair. Although […] The post Plovers All Over: 2025 season recap appeared first on Maine Audubon.| Maine Audubon
Embark on an extraordinary birding expedition through Colombia's diverse ecosystems with the ABA. From the Llanos lowland ecosystem to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, we’ll encounter breathtaking landscapes that are home to a dazzling array of endemic bird species.| American Birding Association
Beginning at one of Florida's largest live oak trees, the Fairchild Oak Trail explores a gradient of habitats above Bulow Creek for two linear miles.| Florida Hikes
A stone's throw from downtown, Simpson Rockland Hammock Preserve Park protects a tiny remnant of a vast tropical forest that once covered where Miami now stands.| Florida Hikes
All that talk last week about the Egyptian falcon god got me thinking about all the wild falcons in this world. No wonder the ancient Egyptians revered this powerful bird. Today we will focus on three falcon species that most of you have probably never seen. The peregrine falcon, below, is almost certain to be … Continue reading Wild Falcons| Jet Eliot
In a small city park a block from the Atlantic Ocean, an accessible pathway allows for an easy stroll through shady coastal hammock and mangrove ecosystems.| Florida Hikes
Forty largely wooded acres within a residential area in Ocala encompass an important piece of Florida history: the site of the first U.S. Army fort built in the state's interior.| Florida Hikes
Stretching from the Virgin Islands south through the Lesser Antilles, the 17 island groups of the Eastern Caribbean are a hotbed for biodiversity, boasting an astonishing array of plants and animal…| BirdsCaribbean
Northern Cardinal (male) This is the time of year when activity at my bird feeders slows. In just the past few weeks, my feeders went from being extremely busy–just as busy as, if not busier …| The Used Life
WBFI State of Bird Feeding Report 2025 The Wild Bird Feeding Institute and the charitable WBFI Research Foundation are excited to publish the findings of our new report that shows insights into the growth of the wild bird feeding industry in partnership with Ask Your Target Market (AYTM). The report shows key insights so…| Wild Bird Feeding Institute
With Migratory Shorebirds already arriving in the Caribbean we are getting ready to celebrate World Shorebirds Day on September 6! This year we’re asking you to show some love to our shorebirds and…| BirdsCaribbean
Adult male I create a post about Ruby-throated Hummingbirds every summer and every year I run into the same problem: I struggle to get a shot of the ruby throat. Adult males of this species don rub…| The Used Life
“Anyone can love the mountains, but it takes a soul to love the prairie.” ~~Willa Cather I had the pleasure of taking in the Illinois prairie last month while visiting family. With the rich soil of central Illinois, agriculture and prairie thrive here. Let’s look at the prairie, one of my favorite ecosystems. Climate in … Continue reading Illinois Prairies| Jet Eliot
I recently returned from a warm and humid week in southeastern Georgia and share with you today my favorite Georgia place: The Okefenokee Swamp. The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is a peat-fi…| Jet Eliot
I never thought about birds and how much time I’d spend watching them once I retired. In fact, bird watching as a hobby seemed silly back when I was in my 20s and 30s. In my book, it fell in …| Working on Exploring
Welcome to the world of Leica Sport Optics! Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of wildlife watching. Follow us on our Nature Blog!| Leica Nature Blog
As daily life becomes anything but normal, I’m comforted by the changes happening in the natural world around us. The annual spring migration is underway with many of our winter visitors heading north to begin their 2020 families. ...| Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council
Blue Jay Summer is the busiest time of year for me with regard to bird feeding. Most of that is due to weather: hot, humid days and frequent afternoon thunderstorsms mean cleaning and refilling fee…| The Used Life
Why Sri Lanka Thrush The Sinharaja Forest Reserve is one of Sri Lanka’s most incredible remaining intact tropical rainforests. This lush forest is wet and green and teeming with wildlife. A walk through the narrow trail that leads deeper into the brush is both exhilarating and lovely. The forest echos with the chirps and whistles […] The post Bird in Focus: Sri Lanka Thrush appeared first on Birding Tours with Whitehawk.| Birding Tours with Whitehawk
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As daily life becomes anything but normal, I’m comforted by the changes happening in the natural world around us. The annual spring migration is underway with many of our winter visitors heading north to begin their 2020 families. ... The post ON THE BEACH AT NIGHT appeared first on Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council.| Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council
As daily life becomes anything but normal, I’m comforted by the changes happening in the natural world around us. The annual spring migration is underway with many of our winter visitors heading north to begin their 2020 families. ... The post A GOOD TIME FOR A STROLL ALONG THE SEAWALL: PART 2 appeared first on Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council.| Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council
We don’t get a lot of Sandhill Cranes here on the Island in winter but we’re extremely proud of the ones we have ! The post OUR SANDHILL CRANES ARE ARRIVING! appeared first on Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council.| Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council
As daily life becomes anything but normal, I’m comforted by the changes happening in the natural world around us. The annual spring migration is underway with many of our winter visitors heading north to begin their 2020 families. ... The post BEACH CLEANUP STIRS OLD MEMORIES appeared first on Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council.| Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council
One day each spring, volunteers around Wisconsin get up at dawn to participate in the International Crane Foundation's Annual Midwest Crane Count. For some people, it's a chance for some people to connect with friends.| Wisconsin Life
Welcome to the world of Leica Sport Optics! Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of wildlife watching. Follow us on our Nature Blog!| Leica Nature Blog
As daily life becomes anything but normal, I’m comforted by the changes happening in the natural world around us. The annual spring migration is underway with many of our winter visitors heading north to begin their 2020 families. ...| Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council
Outdoor decor should rival the indoor equilevant of indoor style. Good Directions has you covered with classy, copper outfittings.| Raise Your Garden
Like clockwork, my subscription to Birds & Blooms gets renewed. When it arrives, it’s read cover to cover, before the laundry gets done or dinner cooked. This passion for birds started when I hit middle age and continues with my growing fondness for all things plants and animals. If you get a case of “bird […]| Raise Your Garden
On a slender, rocky, and rooty causeway between the marshes of Gator Lake and Loxahatchee Slough, the Eagle Trail balances immersion in a tropical hammock with scenic views.| Florida Hikes
As daily life becomes anything but normal, I’m comforted by the changes happening in the natural world around us. The annual spring migration is underway with many of our winter visitors heading north to begin their 2020 families. ...| Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council
2024 Avian Flu - November Update The Wild Bird Feeding Institute (WBFI) continues to closely monitor the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) across North America. As of November 2024, outbreaks have been reported in poultry and even dairy cows in the U.S., with agencies working to minimize the risk of transmission to workers… The post 2024 Avian Flu – November Update appeared first on Wild Bird Feeding Institute.| Wild Bird Feeding Institute
As daily life becomes anything but normal, I’m comforted by the changes happening in the natural world around us. The annual spring migration is underway with many of our winter visitors heading north to begin their 2020 families. ...| Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council
Have you ever watched a bird soar effortlessly through the sky? Whether it’s a solitary bird soaring above me or a flock of birds flying in formation, the freedom and grace of birds in flight…| Live Laugh RV
A foot traffic only central trail within Robinson Preserve west of Bradenton, the Eagle Loop features an elevated rubberized pathway circuit beloved of runners for its elevation changes.| Florida Hikes
Reprinted from The Glenite [newsletter of the Residents of Beverly Glen], Spring 2024, p. 6 One of the delights of the Glen is the abundance of Coast Live Oak trees. They are part of the indigenous vegetation that would have been found along the canyon bottom, which this winter has forcefully reminded us is a …| Travis Longcore
Riverwood Forest Preserve is the newest natural area under the care of DeKalb County, Illinois. Born from a “2020 acquisition and land preservation and grant partnership with the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation”, Riverwood is a conservation work in progress. It is already showing spectacular results. The former Oak Club Golf Course is 103 acres Continue reading Riverwood Forest Preserve – Close to Home Conservation The post Riverwood Forest Preserve – Close to Home Conserva...|
Here in the Midwest we get a fair bit of snow. When the snow fills the rural fields, it pushes many birds out to the edge of the country roads. If you are newer to birding, you may be wondering, What are those birds by the road in winter? The three most common “shoulder” birds Continue reading What Are Those Birds By the Road in Winter? The post What Are Those Birds By the Road in Winter? appeared first on .|
Habitats of the World: A Field Guide for Birders, Naturalists and Ecologists is a massive undertaking to showcase, in great detail, every single habitat type across the globe. It was produced by Iain Campbell, Ken Behrens, Charley Hesse, and Phil Chaon, all of whom are professional nature guides for Tropical Birding Tours. The book covers Continue reading Habitats of the World: A Field Guide for Birders, Naturalists and Ecologists The post Habitats of the World: A Field Guide for Birders, Nat...|
Conversations With Birds by Priyanka Kumar is a fun collection of essays about the author’s birding adventures. Born in India, Kumar moved to the United States and then lived in several states before landing in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A lover of outdoors, it took her longer to form a deep connection to birds, to Continue reading Conversations With Birds – Priyanka Kumar The post Conversations With Birds – Priyanka Kumar appeared first on .|
Look up in the sky to experience a fresh way to practice mindfulness: through birdwatching! It’s amazing how the fluttering of feathers can ground you so deeply to the earth. Birding is a marvelous way to draw your attention to the present moment which is exactly what mindfulness is all about. Mindfulness doesn’t only have... Read More » The post Birdwatching: A Beautiful Way to Practice Mindfulness appeared first on Mamaguru.| Mamaguru
Is February is for the birds? At least we can feed them to celebrate February is Feed the Birds month!| Second Wind Leisure Perspectives
Migrating whales, wintering monarchs, extreme tides, elephant seals, and upwards of 400 species of birds make winter the best time for wildlife watching in Santa Cruz County!| Visit Santa Cruz County
A review: Flamingo Lodge has opened, and lives up to its magnificent location on Florida Bay in Everglades National Park. Many visitors will now explore this end-of-the-road spot.| Florida Rambler
There are few animals that generate the kind of enthusiasm and following that ravens, crows, magpies and other birds in the corvidae family do. Their presence in our lives is so significant, t…| corvidresearch.blog
Discover the hummingbirds of the Caribbean. Find out how many hummingbirds are endangered in the West Indies and unique hummers of those islands.| Birding Tours with Whitehawk
If you’ve spent much time watching corvids in person or online, chances are you’ve come across one doing a Fred Armisen-level impression of something else. Perhaps it was the Steller…| corvidresearch.blog
Breeding season is often a hard time for the tender hearted among us. The joy of watching an animal construct a nest just to see their efforts cut short by predation is painful. Likewise, finding a…| corvidresearch.blog
It’s September 8th, 2020 when I step out my front door in Eastern Washington into a landscape that looks like the aftermath of a Martian dust storm. The video I am recording captures my bizar…| corvidresearch.blog
