Tag: birding
Keep ground-feeding sparrows around
Ground feeders are nice to have around because they clean up the seeds other birds kick to the ground.
Columnist shares popular poem, ‘The Morning of Christmas’
Scott Shalaway first wrote a birdwatcher’s version of Twas the Night Before Christmas back in 1988, and readers responded enthusiastically. Requests come every year to reprint it, so here it is!
Birds don’t always need your help finding feed
There's almost always plenty of natural foods to supply the needs of winter birds. However, they can provide endless entertainment throughout the year.
Don’t be fooled by hummingbird moths
When you scan a group of hummingbirds carefully, you might notice that one looks a little different.
Nesting is slowing down, but not over yet
There are still plenty of summer birding activities to observe.
Onomatopoeic birds
If you are among the many who struggle to learn bird songs, start with those species that actually identify themselves; they say their own names.
Birds find a way to please the senses
From the simple trills of chipping sparrows to more complex songs, birds provide music to the ears.
Rose-breasted grosbeaks at backyard feeders
Over the next two weeks, rose-breasted grosbeaks may be making appearances at bird feeders.
Spring and summer nature reads
Publishers of nature-themed books seem to be in overdrive this spring. Here are some of the best I've had a chance to review.
Have you caught the birding spark?
May is when many birders are born. The aroma of lilacs fills the air and spring migration shifts into overdrive.
