Some species of birds in North America have heads covered with red feathers. This feature is one of the keys used to identify the birds. The shape of the head, other markings, and sometimes the bird's behavior also aid in correctly recognizing these birds. read more
Whether walking through a forest or looking out your kitchen window, your bird-watching efforts can be enhanced when you learn to identify birds' eggs. Upon first glance, color might be the obvious characteristic, but size, shape, texture, the number of eggs in a nest and even the sheen of the shell can be just as important. Also, the type and location of ne… read more
If you are bird watching in North Carolina, you have the potential to view as many as 437 different species of birds, according to Birding.com. The many different ecosystems of North Carolina, including coastal shoreline, coastal plains and mountainous terrain, support this wide array of birds. read more
Several species of birds in the United States have the word "northern" in their names. Despite this directional term, these birds are not necessarily all inhabitants of the northern part of the nation. read more
Many of the birds that live in the northeastern United States are residents of this region year round despite the hardship of winter. Some of these birds have distinguishing features and/or behavior that can help in their identification. read more
The experienced bird watcher has a variety of tools at her disposal which allow her to make an identification of a particular specimen. These tools are utilized in such a way that the bird watcher can look at a subject and quickly go t… read more
Over the course of their evolutionary history, birds have filled a dizzying spectrum of ecological niches. Many adaptations naturally relate to the relentless quest for food. A casual introduction to some of the most common types of wi… read more
If you spot a red bird in North America, you can restrict your identification to a relative handful of species. What follows are general steps for figuring out what type of bird you saw, meant to coincide with the consultation of a goo… read more
Birds subsist on more than seeds and worms. In fact, many bird species eat a variety of foods that humans enjoy. Offering different types of foods at backyard feeders can increase the number of visitors to your yard and provide more op… read more
The New England states are home to many species of birds, some of which migrate south in the winter and others that remain year-round. While some of these birds are identifiable by their colors, people may recognize a few by their beha… read more
New Jersey may be small, but the diversity of its wildlife habitats presents the bird watcher a prime environment in which to observe and identify birds. In fact, the World Series of Birding has been held in the shore community of Cape… read more
By understanding a few simple facts about North American bird eggs, you will find it easy to identify the different types, whether observing them in the wild or in window nest boxes. read more
Chancing upon a bird feather on the ground can be a tantalizing experience. Ethereal souvenirs from the skyway, these shed feathers offer some clues to their source, and are a way of identifying even species rarely spotted in the flesh… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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