Follow a bird’s gaze to find overhead raptors
Why it pays to read the glances of doves and sparrows. Read More “Follow a bird’s gaze to find overhead raptors”
Bird Identification
Advice from authors Kenn Kaufman and David Sibley on how to identify birds. Plus, articles about bird field guides and smartphone apps.
Identifying Wilson’s Phalarope
How to ID the various plumages of this most distinctive member of a unique group of shorebirds. Read More “Identifying Wilson’s Phalarope”
Identifying Pygmy Nuthatch and Brown-headed Nuthatch
Use these tips to tell the difference between Pygmy Nuthatch and its close relative Brown-headed Nuthatch. Read More “Identifying Pygmy Nuthatch and Brown-headed Nuthatch”
Tips for identifying American Tree Sparrow
American Sparrow shares similar traits to other sparrows. Use these tips to correctly identify it. Read More “Tips for identifying American Tree Sparrow”
Identifying waterbirds in winter
How sleeping postures can help you identify distant ducks, loons, grebes, and other waterbirds. Read More “Identifying waterbirds in winter”
Identifying Wandering Tattler and Spotted Sandpiper
Use these pointers to identify Wandering Tattler, a shorebird that is essentially a Pacific Coast specialty. Read More “Identifying Wandering Tattler and Spotted Sandpiper”
Tips for identifying Lucifer Hummingbird
Kenn Kaufman shares what to look for when identifying Lucifer Hummingbirds. Read More “Tips for identifying Lucifer Hummingbird”
Keys to identifying shorebirds
Start by learning to recognize the four distinct groups of beach-combers. Read More “Keys to identifying shorebirds”
Identifying Snail Kite
Use these tips from Kenn Kaufman to spot Snail Kites. Read More “Identifying Snail Kite”