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Farewell, Astoria Park: Ode to a Patch

Endings are often emotional experiences. My time in Astoria, which began 2 years ago in December 2019, is rapidly coming to a close. Although I … Read More

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2020 Top 10 Birds

Every year offers a different set of experiences. In 2019, I saw so many lifers that I couldn’t imagine narrowing them down to a Top … Read More

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2019 Top 10 Birding Highlights

Like many nature-based bloggers, I enjoy closing each year with a retrospective highlight reel. Ever since 2016, this personal countdown has taken the form of … Read More

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Birds We’ve Met Before

Knowingly seeing an individual bird that has been previously encountered is a special treat in the world of birding. Most birders would probably agree that … Read More

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2018 Top 10 Lifers

At the end of every year, I like to take some time to reflect on the highs and lows of the year’s birding escapades. 2018 … Read More

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Snowy Owl Season: Reflections on Winter 2017-18

Please enjoy owls responsibly

Bubo scandiacus is a highly evocative species. As one of the largest, most striking members of the ever popular owl family, Snowies have a special … Read More

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Fighting the Doldrums of Late February Birding

Birding is a year-round activity. It’s probably one of the best things about it. But without a doubt there are peaks of activity that ignite … Read More

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A Re-Education in Relocation

Much like birds, people sometimes have to move around in this crazy world – particularly in these modern times full of hyper-tech global markets and … Read More

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The Bird with…*Spots*

Fieldwork in a new locale necessarily brings with it a steep learning curve. Everything is foreign from the lay of the land to the host … Read More

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Earth Day 2015: A Reflection and a Video Clip

Another year passes and another Earth Day comes and goes. One measly day. Twenty-four hours is essentially the blink of an eye. Compare it to … Read More

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  • Articles
    • Identification
      • Magnificent Frigatebirds – Age and Sex
      • Ageing Peregrine Falcons
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      • Swainson’s Hawks ID: Part 1
      • Swainson’s Hawks ID: Adults
      • Swainson’s Hawks ID: Juveniles
    • Tutorials
      • Maps in Checklist
      • Merge locations with hotspots
      • more…
    • Photo Study
      • Bronzed Cowbirds in FL
      • Gray Jays in Algonquin
      • Marbled Godwit
      • Stilt Sandpiper
      • Lincoln’s Sparrows
    • Essays
      • Migration is over…why go birding?
  • Categories
    • Birding
      • Bird Finding Tips
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      • Bird Sightings
      • Identification
      • Rarities
    • Science
      • Ranges and Distributions
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      • BirDAR
    • Photography
      • Photography
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