Famous Vagrant Steller’s Sea Eagle Returns to Maine in 2023
In August of 2020, an unusual, but not unheard of, vagrant bird made headlines for appearing in an inland area …
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Spoonbill Spotted in Wisconsin for the First Time Since 1845
The Roseate Spoonbill is an odd bird. Resembling something between a flamingo and a stork, these large wading birds are …
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Limpkins Spotted in Pennsylvania and Colorado
2023 has been a fascinating year for vagrant bird sightings. Some notable incidents include the apparent expansion of as many …
Study Indicates Potential Culprit for Lost Birds
Quite a lot of birdwatching news revolves around rare sightings. While some birders are content to enjoy their local wildlife, …
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Anhingas Making Forays Into New York
The Anhinga is an unusual and iconic bird. Its snake-like neck, sharp dagger-like bill, and unique overall appearance have earned …
Flame-colored Tanager in Milwaukee County is Wisconsin First
The Flame-colored Tanager is a native of Mexico and Central America. They are members of the cardinal family, rather than …
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500 Million Birds Migrating Across the United States
Spring migration is a time of great excitement for birdwatchers and fans of wildlife and nature. Every year, the spring …
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Hoopoe Makes Rare Appearance in Northern Ireland
Hoopoes are gorgeous and distinct birds with large crests and striking markings. Although many observers liken Hoopoes to woodpeckers, these …
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Rare Goose Sighting Draws Birdwatchers in Michigan
The Pink-footed Goose (Anser brachyrhynchus) normally breeds in Greenland, Iceland, parts of Norway, and a limited stretch of northern Russia. …
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Portland Audubon Becomes Most Recent Audubon Group to Drop Audubon Name
John James Audubon was a wildlife artist who is famous for painting America’s birds as well as being a major …
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