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Eastern Screech-Owl vs Western Screech-Owl
Screech-owl identification can be difficult. This post will share tips on identifying Eastern and Western Screech-Owls.

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jul 12, 20245 min read


Yellow-rumped Warbler ID: Audubon's, Myrtle, or Intergrade?
Subspecies, groups, and intergrades. Oh my! Learn how to properly tick your Yellow-rumped Warbler subspecies with this post!

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jun 28, 20245 min read


What is that big, white dove? - Learn the origin of the Eurasian Collared-Dove
The first time I saw these doves while growing up in the Great Plains, I did not have the internet to find an answer.

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jun 21, 20244 min read


House Finch vs Purple Finch | Learn to identify House and Purple Finches
Learn to ID the Purple and House Finches when sharing close quarters!

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jun 14, 20246 min read


Black-capped Chickadee or Mountain Chickadee
Learning the differences between the two common species of these two chickadees can be difficult for new birders. Learn how to ID them here!

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jun 3, 20243 min read


Downy Woodpecker vs Hairy Woodpecker - Identification of two black-and-white woodpeckers
Do you confuse Downy and Hairy Woodpeckers? Use this guide as a quick reference the next time you see one of these common woodpeckers.

Zach (Head Flocker)
May 13, 20244 min read


Bald Eagle or Golden Eagle - A Guide to Eagle Identification
Golden Eagles can often be confused with Bald Eagles. This post will help you learn how to identify each of these mighty raptors!

Zach (Head Flocker)
May 10, 20244 min read


Common Goldeneye vs Barrow's Goldeneye Identification
These diving ducks can be confusing. Learn the major ID points for discerning the Common Goldeneye from the Barrow's Goldeneye, here!

Zach (Head Flocker)
Apr 29, 20243 min read


Albino or leucistic? - What is animal albinism?
Confused about which term to use, albino or leucistic? Join the flock.

Zach (Head Flocker)
Mar 25, 20244 min read
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