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The American Crow Is One Smart Bird

 |  Jul 21, 2009

Crows are interesting and smart. How much?  Now there is a question. Blane Klemek, of the Bemidji Pioneer reports: “An interesting part of crows’ behavior is their sense of community … Read more

Two-Minute Video: An AZ. Man Who Feeds Thousands of Hummingbirds (In A Day)

 |  Jul 12, 2009

Jesse Hendrix has a ranch in Arizona along the migration route for many species of hummingbirds.  During the peak of migration, as many as 9,000 hummers will visit him in … Read more

Why Are Tricolored Herons in Nantucket?

 |  Jul 8, 2009

Since the 1940s, Tricolored (formerly Louisiana) Herons, a bird of the South, have been seen rarely in the Nantucket, Massachusetts area but now they are nesting there.  Some say it is … Read more

Bald Birds

 |  Jun 9, 2009

At this time of year, you might start seeing something strange at your bird feeder: bald birds.  Blue jays and cardinals are the most commonly reported bald birds, but it … Read more

Growing Green and Going Wild

 |  Jun 9, 2009

Children’s author Mary Quattlebaum wants to know your favorite outdoor kids’ books. Read more

It’s Baby Bird Season

 |  Jun 1, 2009

I was reminded this week that we are in the thick of baby bird season. I was heading out to run some errands a few nights ago and as I was getting … Read more

Take Friday to Think About Endangered Species

 |  May 14, 2009

Last week, the Senate passed a resolution declaring today, May 15, as Endangered Species Day. It’s a day for all of us wildlife enthusiasts (and those who are still joining … Read more

A Second Chance for Millions of Acres of Public Lands

 |  Mar 17, 2009

Last week, I visited Piney Point Park in Maryland. It was cold and a little rainy, but it was also truly memorable to see bald cypress trees whose roots grew … Read more

Bird Watching: The American Robin

 |  Feb 18, 2009

Robins in Winter? American robins are found throughout North America and are a symbol of winter’s end. The first appearance of a robin is a sure sign that spring has sprung. But … Read more

Valentine’s Day: Weird Wildlife Mating Rituals

 |  Feb 13, 2009

While they might not be giving roses and writing love poems, wildlife have some pretty fascinating–and sometimes downright bizarre–courtship and mating rituals of their own.You won’t find singles bars or … Read more