Species Spotlight: The Belted Kingfisher
The Belted Kingfisher is an iconic American bird with a range that extends from Alaska in the summertime, all the …
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Species Spotlight: The Elf Owl
Did you know that there’s an owl that’s as small as a sparrow and could easily fit in the palm …
Species Spotlight: The Hermit Thrush
The Hermit Thrush is a personal favorite of mine, and if its understated but beautiful speckled brown plumage isn’t enough …
Species Spotlight: The Wild Turkey
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the Wild Turkey is everywhere; from parade floats to party napkin to arts and …
Species Spotlight: The Superb Lyrebird
From bill to tail the Superb Lyrebird can reach over three feet in length, making it one of the largest …
Species Spotlight: The Greater Rhea
You probably know about Ostriches and Emus. You may even be familiar with the colorful and dinosaur-like Cassowary. But did …
Species Spotlight: The Turkey Vulture
Some birds, like the Giant Petrel, develop a rough reputation based on their behavior and appearance. The Giant Petrel is …
Species Spotlight: The Loggerhead Shrike
With as gruesome a nickname as the “butcherbird,” you can imagine that the Loggerhead Shrike has a few skeletons in …
Species Spotlight: The Bobolink
The Bobolink is the snazzy singer of open grasslands and pastures throughout much of North America. This black and white …
Species Spotlight: The American Dipper
When you picture a diving bird, you probably imagine something like a gannet, or even a penguin; seabirds with bodies …