Handsome eagle from northeastern Asia stakes a claim in U.S.
Substantially larger than a bald eagle, a massive Steller’s sea eagle has thrilled wildlife watchers in the northeastern United States this winter.
Bird watching
Fish-seeker: Video catches barred owl hunting koi
Birders who watch certain species long enough eventually will view them pursuing a surprising variety of prey.
More birders sighted in Central Park this spring migration
NEW YORK — This spring, longtime Central Park birder and naturalist Gabriel Willow is feeling a little less nervous than he did a year ago. Standing on the park’s Bow Bridge with binoculars, Willow recalls the early days of the pandemic when the virus was at its worst in New York City. “There were so
Odd occurrences at the bird feeders this winter
Author has noticed late arrival of many avian species.
A feathered silver lining for nature lovers this December
Hoards of northern finches like crossbills and grosbeaks are entertaining Americans stuck at home this winter.
A little fresh water goes a long way in keeping birds at your feeder throughout winter months
I’m an unabashed hunter and that includes both gamebirds and waterfowl. I’m equally an unabashed bird feeder and we have a bird feeding station at my home year-around. I also hunt squirrels and welcome them at my feeders, as well. (No, I don’t shoot my yard squirrels.) When it comes to birds (and squirrels), the
Bird-watching soars amid COVID-19 as more Americans head outdoors
With coronavirus restrictions dragging on, interest in bird-watching has soared as bored Americans notice a fascinating world just outside their windows.
An obvious dating clue: pelican horns
You’ll see migrating American white pelicans sporting longer feathers and a growth on their beaks.
Lessons in recognizing a popular upland forest dweller: ruffed grouse
If someone tries to convince you ruffed grouse are chirping from an urban wetland in April or May (or anytime), they’re probably wrong.
