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It’s Raining Blood and Feathers: Catching the Spring Raptor Show
How to see some of the world’s most dramatic predators – without leaving your neighborhood.
Acorn Woodpecker: The Fascinating Life of the Master Hoarder
Meet the acorn woodpecker, the master hoarder with many surprises in store.
The American Woodcock, And Why We Should Be Cutting More Trees
We all love old growth forests. But American woodcock need young forests. And they’re tough to find in the Northeast U.S.
Is Your Landscaping Killing Wildlife?
A common landscaping shrub is dropping large mammals dead in their tracks. Here’s what you need to know.
A Birder’s Bookshelf: Essentials for the Well-read Avian Enthusiast
There should be more to your birding library than just field guides ... read on for our list of essential reading for the bird-brained bibliophile.
Waxwings Really Have Wax Wings
Cedar Waxwings really have wax on their wings. But what is the purpose of those red, waxy secretions?
How Blizzards and Extreme Cold Impact Birds
Even hardy birds can be taxed by extreme cold and snow. A look at the impacts of one particularly severe blizzard on our feathered friends.
Five Endangered Species Recoveries You’ve Never Heard Of
Five successes of the Endangered Species Act worth celebrating.
What Northern Bird Species Will Show Up at Your Feeder This Year?
It’s the winter birding slot machine. Every winter, unusual species show up from the north. A look at why irruptions occur – and what might show up this year.
A Field Guide to Tracking in Your Neighborhood
Tracking is one of the most family-friendly wildlife activities. Our guide to some common and interesting tracks will get you started.
Recovery: Saving Loons from Lead Fishing Tackle
Loons face many hazards. Here’s one we can easily address: lead fishing tackle.
Turkeys Are What They Eat: Weird and Adaptable
As many of us sit down to eat turkey, our bird blogger takes a look at what turkeys eat.
