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Do hummingbirds use birdhouses? - Answers from a computer vs an ornithologist
It is human vs. machine in this challenge of answering, "Do hummingbirds use birdhouses?"

Zach (Head Flocker)
Mar 106 min read


The TRUE Indicator Bird of Spring - Which bird means spring is near?
The American Robin is NOT the indicator of spring for most states. Read on to learn which bird is the harbinger of warmer weather!

Zach (Head Flocker)
Feb 243 min read


Can birds choke?
This is an answer that can be difficult to find. However, we found research offering some insight into this important question!

Zach (Head Flocker)
Feb 214 min read


What is my state bird? - A List of All State Birds (and which states should change)
Each state in the US has selected an avian representative. However, many of these states chose poorly.

Flocking Around
Feb 1011 min read


A Birder's Dictionary - Learn Birdwatching Terminology (or mock it)
Welcome to the dictionary of informal birding vocabulary! Most of these words are nonsensical, but they will assuredly bring you delight.

Zach (Head Flocker)
Feb 73 min read


How long can birds survive without water? | Can drought hurt birds?
Water is the liquid key to the door of all life on Earth. We know birds have high water needs, but how long can they survive without water?

Flocking Around
Jan 315 min read


How long can birds survive without food?
I wish I could give you a simple answer, but there is nothing easy about survival. Learn why this is such a complex problem.

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jan 276 min read


What is the nictitating membrane? - Learn how birds blink!
Have you ever seen a bird do a double-blink? Here is how, and why, they do it.

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jan 243 min read


Northern Flicker Intergrades - Red-shafted vs Yellow-shafted Flickers
Learn how to spot intergrade Northern Flickers, by reading about them here at Flocking Around!

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jan 205 min read
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