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A Christmas Bird Count Story - Part 1
Christmas Bird Count season is upon us. Thus, it is time for me to relive an embarrassing birding experience from my college days.
Zach (Head Flocker)
Dec 6, 20244 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.
Zach (Head Flocker)
Dec 2, 20248 min read
Canada Goose vs Cackling Goose - White-Cheeked Goose Identification
White-cheeked goose identification is a mess. Let's simplify the process together!
Zach (Head Flocker)
Nov 22, 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.
Flocking Around
Nov 18, 20245 min read
What is a migratory bird fallout?
I have seen a handful of migratory bird fallouts in my time, and they are true wonders of nature. Join me in nostalgia and tale-telling!
Zach (Head Flocker)
Nov 15, 20245 min read
Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch - Learn the subspecies of this alpine finch
Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches appear across western North America every year! Learn the difference between the two subspecies groups.
Zach (Head Flocker)
Nov 11, 20243 min read
What is an owl pellet? | Are owl pellets poop?
Let us regurgitate the truth of owl pellets onto your screens!
Zach (Head Flocker)
Nov 8, 20246 min read
Purple Finch vs Cassin's Finch | Learn to identify Purple and Cassin's Finches
These three red-colored finches can lead to misidentification at your backyard bird feeder if you do not know what to look for.
Zach (Head Flocker)
Nov 4, 20247 min read
What do ducks eat? - Learn the diets of dabbling and diving ducks
Explore the different foods wild and domestic ducks eat.
Zach (Head Flocker)
Oct 28, 20244 min read
The best hummingbird feeders (2024) - A guide to buying hummingbird feeders
Hummingbird feeders are a great way to get 'slowed' views of hummingbirds.
Zach (Head Flocker)
Oct 21, 20245 min read
What is the biggest bird? - And other bird records!
Do you wonder about the avian physical extremes of this big, blue marble? Join us, as we discuss the best flocking bird records from around
Flocking Around
Oct 18, 20245 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!
Sienna"Sharp-shinned"Hawk
Oct 11, 20243 min read
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