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.
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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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Let’s face it, birders receive a fair share of questionable gifts. Come to think of it, where is that mug with a picture of a chickadee in snow boots? This short wish list, written by birders for non-birders, is a great place to get the best birdwatching gifts out there.
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