The unusual scene appeared in a Florida woman’s backyard. Read More “Young Wood Duck emerges from a screech-owl’s nest box”
An Eastern Screech-Owl and a young Wood Duck share a nest box opening in Florida. Photo by Laurie Wolf
Birdwatching
News and commentary about the varied ways that people watch birds, as well as stories about bird art and films. Plus, summaries of the latest issues of BirdWatching magazine.
News about birds and birding from March and early April
A reintroduction plan for California Condor, new films about penguins and prairie birds, and more. Read More “News about birds and birding from March and early April”
In memoriam: Bill Thompson III
Tributes pour in for the late editor of Bird Watcher’s Digest. Read More “In memoriam: Bill Thompson III”
How people who feed birds observe and protect them
A new survey examines actions people take and emotions they feel when feeding birds. Read More “How people who feed birds observe and protect them”
Great Backyard Bird Count sets records for species, checklists, participants
Northern Cardinal was the most frequently reported species in this year’s count, which more than 224,000 birders took part in. Read More “Great Backyard Bird Count sets records for species, checklists, participants”
Be a birding ambassador
How to recruit new birders to the hobby. Read More “Be a birding ambassador”
Nature’s curve balls: Strategies for improving bird-ID skills in imperfect conditions
Improve your bird-ID abilities with these steps for dealing with weather, poor light, and other obstacles to clear views of birds. Read More “Nature’s curve balls: Strategies for improving bird-ID skills in imperfect conditions”
Birder gets married — at well-known Las Vegas bird preserve
A BirdWatching subscriber and her new husband tied the knot at the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve. Read More “Birder gets married — at well-known Las Vegas bird preserve”