1. Gyrfalcon Invasion 2015 2. Digiscoping Round up 3. Pigeons and Doves of South Africa 4. Goodbye Moorhen, Hello Gallinule 5. Lincoln’s Sparrow vs Song Sparrow- PSU Fall Banding 6. Optics … Read More
Big Years ending, more starting up!
The start of a new year is a great time to look at all of the Big Years that were completed in 2015, and the new efforts … Read More
Last Minute Gift Guide for Birders
It’s getting down to the wire and you are probably wondering what to get for that birder on your list. Here are some simple ideas … Read More
Belize Raptor Spotlight: Black-collared Hawk
Last year at this time, I spent two months in Belize helping to count raptors at the Cattle Landing Hawk Watch site in Punta Gorda, … Read More
Among Amazonian Royalty
As a sluggish day of bird-banding drew wearily to a close, Osmaildo (one of my Brazilian mateiros) approached the station with a trio of once-white … Read More
4th of July Birding Challenge!
2015 will be year 3 of the 4th of July Birding Challenge, and I have to say this year is a special one for your … Read More
Whimbrel at Somerset Lake (AGAIN!)
Lightning struck a second time today at Somerset Lake IBA. After work, Mike Lanzone and Jeff Payne stopped by the lake, hoping for a White-rumped … Read More
What kind of birder are you?
While everyone has a strong opinion on the best ways to get into birding and learn the most, there are really many correct ways to get … Read More
eBird receives first-ever conservation honor from American Bird Conservancy – BirdWatching
Exciting news. eBird – which we already knew was awesome – is being recognized for their contributions and innovations in bird conservation. Every person … Read More
Santa Rosa Tour 3 Update: Part Two, March 14-17
Wow, does time fly by when you are on an eight day on, six day off schedule (this schedule is possibly the secret to life). … Read More