Bird Watching
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Common Owls of the East
Owls are found on every continent except Antarctica, and most of them have similar habits. Following are some common owls of the Eastern United States.
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Red-Shouldered Hawk, a Common Bird of Prey
Red-shouldered hawks are common in the Eastern United States. These birds are similar in size and shape to red-tailed hawks, also common raptors.
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Common Bright Red Backyard Birds of America
In the Eastern United States, there are several species of common red backyard birds. When you see a bright red bird in America, it is likely one of the following.
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Most Common Hawks in the Eastern States
There are many species of common hawks in the eastern states. Following is a list of the most common birds of prey in the Eastern United States.
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Winter Bird Feeding
Bird watching is an entertaining winter pastime. Feeder location and the right food can help bird enthusiasts draw in their birds of choice.
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Bird Feeder Suet Recipe
Suet cakes are some of the best all around foods to set out for birds. Making these at home is easy when following this bird feeder suet recipe.
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Birdwatching on Chincoteague
Two barrier islands, Chincoteague and Assateague, provide a haven for numerous birds and a fantastic place for birdwatchers, both novice and avid, to observe them.
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Common Birds at the Bird Feeder in Winter
Winter is the best time to set up bird feeders, as birds are trying to fatten up during the season. There are a few birds that tend to visit the feeder quite often.
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A World Without Birds?
In both hemispheres, birdwatchers have the same fear: there are fewer birds. According to research, 1186 of the 10000 winged species still alive are disappearing.
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Birding Catalina State Park in Arizona
Catalina State Park lies just 25 miles north of downtown Tucson. Birding is great here any time of the year, but fall brings the added attraction of migratory birds.
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Peregrine Falcons Return to SoCal Beach Park
Peregrines came off the endangered species list in 1999, but it took 9 more years for even the fastest animals on Earth to re-establish their nests at Torrey Pines Park.
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Nesting of Anna's Hummingbirds in San Diego, CA
Little is known about the life spans and timing of nesting events of hummingbirds. Eight different nests made in the same tree from 2003-2009 provide some information.
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How to Make, Store and Use Hummingbird Food
Dry mix and liquid nectar are sold by bird shops and garden departments, but hummingbird food is a simple mixture of sugar and water, a cheap and easy home project.
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Which Kind of Hummingbird Feeder is Best?
When buying hummingbird feeders, consider the birds' needs first. Other considerations include cost and the convenience of filling and cleaning.
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Reviewing Three of the Best Hummingbird Feeders
When shopping for hummingbird feeders, the many choices can be confusing. Once the needs of the birds and the providers are considered, a good decision can be made.
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Birding Peppersauce Canyon Near Tucson, Arizona
A Broad-winged Hawk spotted at Coronado National Forest Campground outside of Oracle, was a rare find, but this bird-rich site has long been popular with local birders.
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Birders Discover a Broad-winged Hawk in Arizona
A Tucson Audubon trip led by Doug Jenness found 50 species near Oracle, Arizona, on September 26, 2009. One of those, a Broad-winged Hawk, was far from its usual range.
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Kingfisher Watching at Kingsbury Water Park
Kingfishers are unmistakable on a sunny day. A flash of bright blue, a splash and a flurry of activity. A kingfisher was hunting for over an hour one day.
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The Andean Condor
Andean Condors are surpassed in wingspan length only by wandering albatrosses, but their wing area and body size make these vultures among the largest birds in the world.
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California Condors in Grand Canyon National Park
California condors are tremendous, majestic vultures that may be seen soaring the drafts in Grand Canyon National Park, where they once thrived.
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Westhay Starling Roost near Glastonbury, UK
In the late Autumn and Winter, millions of starlings roost in the reedbeds at Westhay Nature Reserve near Glastonbury. The wildlife spectacle is well worth a visit.
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The Flight of the Godwits
Before travel and communication was easy, most people thought that migratory birds came and went from the home of the gods. Now we know the story is even more amazing.
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Birds in Peru
Peru is home to about 1800 different bird species, and birders see hundreds of species in a single day. Varied habitat and climate support bird biodiversity.
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How to Identify Wild Birds
New birdwatchers can learn to recognize birds by paying close attention to the following six traits. A good guidebook and plenty of practice will do the rest.
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Creating a Backyard Bird Habitat
If you have a yard, you are just four steps away from making the perfect backyard bird habitat. Here's how to bring feathery friends flocking to your backyard.
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