If your mental image of a bird’s nest resembles mine, then it is probably something like this: a cup of …
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Ospreys are large and instantly recognizable birds of prey. Their unique shape and markings help them stand out from their …
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Darwin’s Finches are some of the most famous birds in all of natural science. Though not true finches, the group …
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Ka’ena Point on the Island of Oahu in Hawaii was once a fairly desolate place. The seabirds which once thronged …
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There are a number of reasons why homes and businesses choose to install bird deterrents. From simple plastic owls to …
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Most everyone in my life knows about my enthusiasm for (or obsession with) all things birds. As such, I often …
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Nesting birds can exhibit some seriously intimidating territorial behaviors. Swooping season is a well-known phenomenon in Australia. During the period …
If cute, uplifting, or funny viral stories about animals are your thing, then you’ve probably already heard of Murphy the …
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ “Eagle Cam” garnered a lot of attention this year when the resident mother Bald …
Hummingbirds! Pint-sized birds belonging to their own unique family “Trochilidae.” (1) These birds are the jewel-colored flowers of the avian …
