Birding in Cities: Why urban dwellers shouldn’t be discouraged
Here's a picture I took proving there's nature in New York City. Tucked away in the greenery of one of the busiest cities in the world, a small group of birders sets their sights on warblers, vireos,...
View ArticleHand-feeding wild birds: Q&A with Jeff Jones
Jeff Jones hand-feeding a titmouse. If feeding birds from a feeder is calming and relaxing, then feeding wild birds from your hand is zen. For those who have experienced that sensation of a little bird...
View ArticlePunk rock birder Paul Riss tries to bust misconceptions of birdwatchers
Image by Derek Shapton It is clear from the way he talks about the first time a black-capped chickadee landed on his hand or the way he recalls his trip to Point Pelee during the peak of migration that...
View ArticleBirding on a Budget: Birders Renee and Michael embark on a frugal Big Year
Renee and Michael. Photo by Allan Delesantro For most people, the thought of traveling around the country to see as many birds as possible seems like an unfeasible and expensive feat best reserved for...
View ArticleTwo passionate high school birders create helpful birding site Two Birders...
Acorn Woodpecker by John Mark Simmons Sam Brunson and John Mark Simmons aren’t your average high school students. While some teens might waste away their time, the two young birders have translated...
View ArticleBird artist Chris Lodge intertwines his love of art and birds
by Chris Lodge There’s something inherently beautiful about birds, whether it’s their colors, shapes, behaviors or all of the above. That’s why it’s not surprising that many artists try to capture and...
View ArticleInterview with the Prairie Birder: A Young Blogger Offers Her Insight into...
Charlotte with a Burrowing Owl from the Beaverhills Bird Observatory, April 2012. (photo by Alexander Wasylik) When I first started reading the amazing blog called Prairie Birder, I was instantly taken...
View ArticleInterview with Birdorable: Amy & Arthur Give Some Insight Into the Site
Black-capped Chickadee from Birdorable Since the first time I stumbled upon Birdorable, I was hooked. The site is filled with absolutely adorable renderings of birds, and I have spent hours and hours...
View ArticleBirding blogger Laurence Butler shares his experiences and tips for beginners
When your interest in birds reaches that exciting next level, the only thing you probably want to do is go birding whenever you can. However, when you’re beginning to bird for the first time, it can be...
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