South Texas is one of those rare birding destinations that feels different from almost anywhere else in the United States. Thanks to its subtropical climate, unique habitats, and proximity to Mexico, this region offers birders so much. Specifically, the chance to see species that many North American birders travel long distances to find. From lush river…
The Roseate Spoonbill (Platalea ajaja) is one of the most striking wading birds along the Texas Gulf Coast. This individual was photographed at the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center,a prime location for observing coastal species. Roseate Spoonbills are instantly recognizable by their vivid pink plumage and distinctive spoon-shaped bill. They use this adaptation…
Next week we’re heading to Costa Rica for a birding adventure, and before we even pack our binoculars, there’s one tool we always turn to first: eBird. For many birders, eBird is where we log our sightings. But when it comes to planning a trip, it’s also one of the most powerful birding tools available. Here’s exactly how we…
A single whooping crane probes the shallow flats of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, quietly looking for blue crabs. With careful, deliberate movements, it searches the water for its favorite prey. Blue crabs are the number one preferred food for wintering Whooping Cranes here. Their strong bills are perfectly adapted for grasping and crushing these crustaceans….
Few sights in North American birding feel as meaningful as watching a Whooping Crane at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. This is especially true of one striding through the shallows with a hard-won blue crab dangling from its bill. We took a boat tour with Rockport Birding and Kayak Adventures staring Captain Tommy. The real stars…
A Pine Siskin called and appeared in Lakeview Heights in West Kelowna during a cold winter morning. The small finch showed sharp streaking across its body. Bright yellow wing bars flashed as it moved through alder branches. The bird fed steadily on hanging cones near the trail. Pine Siskins often wander widely during shifting cone…
The Christmas Bird Count invites people outdoors, blending some adventure, and a shared purpose of enjoying our feathered friends. This is a warm community spirit in a long-running citizen science tradition. A Tradition Rooted in Care The Christmas Bird Count began in 1900 as a peaceful alternative to holiday “side hunts”. This event had two…
Introduction: Jewels in Motion Few sights are as dazzling as a hummingbird in flight. Their wings beat up to 80 times per second, blurring into invisible motion. These tiny dynamos hover like helicopters, dart backward like drones, and flash iridescent colors that shift with every light change. Found only in the Americas, over 300 hummingbird…
When many people think of Oʻahu, they picture Waikīkī beaches, North Shore waves, and Honolulu’s nightlife. For birders, the island offers a different paradise. Oʻahu blends rare native birds, seabird colonies, seasonal shorebirds, and colorful introduced species. It is a living laboratory of birdlife and a reminder of fragile island ecosystems. Native Forest Birds in…
A Brief History of Reifel Bird Sanctuary The George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary has been a protected haven for birds and nature lovers since the 1960s. The Sanctuary is located on Westham Island in Delta, BC. Originally farmland owned by the Reifel family, the property was transformed into a sanctuary by George Reifel. He…
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