Snowy owls often make the news in the Upper Midwest in winter when a few birds appear along the icy shores of the Great Lakes or flying around airports – open, windswept places that resemble the Arctic tundra where they breed.
This week, however, snowy owls are in the news for far more troubling reasons.
Despite their name, common eiders are uncommon in Minnesota, but there have been at least two sightings of this sea duck in the state so far this November.
Alex Burchard found a common eider on Nov. 21 while birding Lake Bemidji. The bird consistently has been seen from the shores of Paul Bunyan State Park.
Rare sea duck hanging around Minnesota’s Lake Bemidji Read More »
There are lots of reasons to stop feeding birds in the spring, and HPAI is one of them.
Should I stop feeding birds because of avian flu? Read More »
Substantially larger than a bald eagle, a massive Steller’s sea eagle has thrilled wildlife watchers in the northeastern United States this winter.
Handsome eagle from northeastern Asia stakes a claim in U.S. Read More »
Birders who watch certain species long enough eventually will view them pursuing a surprising variety of prey.
Fish-seeker: Video catches barred owl hunting koi Read More »
Birding and photography communities mourn the loss of a great friend and mentor.
Time to toast a great birder in Curt Rawn Read More »
Feeding and watching birds includes the responsibility of cleaning up after our sometimes messy feathered friends before serious problems arise.
Spring cleaning means feeder cleaning, too Read More »
It’s not apocalyptic when birds go missing at your winter feeder … In fact, the reason might be a cool raptor.
Calm down, relax, and enjoy feeding and watching birds this winter Read More »
If you’re looking to add one of the world’s largest owls to your lifetime birding or bucket list, this winter offers some prime opportunities across the region.
The impressive great gray owl irruption of 2021 Read More »
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