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Zach (Head Flocker)
Jan 276 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 174 min read
Song Sparrow or Lincoln's Sparrow - Identify two little brown sparrows
Now is a great time to learn how to distinguish Lincoln's Sparrow from the often resident Song Sparrow. Because now is always the best time.


Zach (Head Flocker)
Dec 27, 20243 min read
Eared Grebe vs Horned Grebe | Learn to ID these waterbirds!
These two colorful waterbirds can present an easy hurdle for new birders. Grebes are easy to identify... if you know what to look for.


Zach (Head Flocker)
Dec 23, 20246 min read
How to Identify a Bird - Improve Your Bird ID Skills!
Identifying a bird may seem intimidating, but there is a tried and true approach for us bird-lovers!


Alexandra
Dec 10, 20247 min read
Venomous Spiders of North America: How scared should you be?
Keister. Bottom. Rump. Derriere. Behind. Gluteus. The most common place for a black widow bite is on a person’s butt. Keep reading to...


Zach (Head Flocker)
Dec 2, 20248 min read
Christmas Bird Count Dos and Don'ts
I know all about how NOT to DO a Christmas Bird Count from a handful of learning experiences.


Flocking Around
Nov 18, 20245 min read
How to keep a birdbath warm - Heated birdbaths and birdbath heaters!
Frozen birdbaths are a real problem in areas with harsh winters. However, there are simple solutions. How simple? So simple, Zach can do it.


Zach (Head Flocker)
Nov 8, 20246 min read
What is an owl pellet? | Are owl pellets poop?
Let us regurgitate the truth of owl pellets onto your screens!


Sienna"Sharp-shinned"Hawk
Oct 11, 20243 min read
What are the horns found on owls? - How to differentiate unicorns from plumicorns
The word plumicorn comes from the Latin words pluma (feather) and cornu (horn). Learn more about the feather tufts on the heads of birds!
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