16Jan
The Great Backyard Bird Count brings benefits to individual participants, their communities, and – last but definitely not least – birds. Learn all about this citizen science initiative and how to participate this year.
04Jan
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22May
Bird migration is an incredible phenomenon, with billions of birds instinctively taking wing each spring and fall on journeys that oftentimes cross continents. Most birds migrate at night, and birds are easily confused by artificial light and reflective surfaces such as glass. Building collisions are a leading causes of bird casualties. Learn more about migration and what you can do to help make it safer for birds.
13Feb
For us, birding is the act of experiencing and enjoying wild birds. And like all forms of enjoyment, there’s no set way to do it. This article is for anyone who is curious about birds and wants to learn more about them. In it, we share our Bird Collective birding philosophy, experiences, tips, references, and ideas on how to build your own relationship with birds.
08Nov
Embark on a journey through the dense forests of North America and into the world of the American Goshawk, the formidable 'partridge hawk' with a storied past and uncertain future. In our latest blog post, we talk about the awe-inspiring phenomenon of goshawk irruptions at Hawk Ridge, where thousands have been spotted in a single season. Discover the intricate details of their hunting prowess, the ecological impacts affecting their numbers, and the conservation initiatives aimed at preserving these majestic birds.
30Jun
Littoral comes from the latin littoralis "of or belonging to the seashore," and it’s the transitional area between dry land and open water. Get to know and appreciate the locals with our line-up of some of the key characters found in the Northeastern Atlantic littoral zone.
17Feb
Even without binoculars, the silhouette alone provides enough clues to identify this popular backyard bird of the eastern United States: the small fin-shaped crest, a short, stout bill and round body. It’s a Tufted Titmouse.
18May
Just like unicorns, griffins and large hairy humanoids with giant feet that may or may not inhabit snow-capped mountains, birds have long captured the imagination of many cultures. Many play key roles in folklore. It can be challenging to decipher which birds are real and which are the stuff of legends. Here, we’ll break down some of our favorites.
09Feb
Birds are all around us, all the time, and doing extraordinary things. Feel at home with wildlife each February by participating in the annual Backyard Bird Count. You’ll be joining the ranks of hundreds of thousands of people doing the same thing: enjoying their neighborhood birds while contributing to scientific research.
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