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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 31, 20255 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 27, 20256 min read


Can I keep feathers? - The laws protecting birds (and their feathers)
The feather fanatics are always on patrol... and they will correct you.

Zach (Head Flocker)
Jan 13, 20258 min read


Where do American Robins spend the winter - Does the robin signal spring?
The American Robin does not abandon any state in the lower 48 for the winter. It is time to rid ourselves of this misconception.

Zach (Head Flocker)
Dec 13, 20242 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


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


The best field guide for birds (2024) - Select a birding guide for proper identification
This question is one that can haunt every single person new to birding. Read onward to learn our top recommendations!

Zach (Head Flocker)
Aug 9, 202410 min read


What is bird migration? - Why do some birds migrate at night?
Migration is one of the most important components of many birds' annual life cycle. Learn more about bird migration and how it occurs!

Flocking Around
Jul 1, 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
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