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Bird Identification

A Guide to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns of Northwest NA

My guide to the herons, egrets, and bitterns of the Northwest Region of North America provides a comprehensive look into this group of wading birds. It features detailed species accounts with information on identification, habitat, range, behavior, food, nesting, breeding, lifespan, population status, conservation concerns, and audio recordings of their calls. The accounts are accompanied […]

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Bird Identification

Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns of Northeast North America: An ID Guide

This guide offers a comprehensive look into the herons, egrets, and bitterns inhabiting the Northeast Region of North America! It features detailed species accounts with information on identification, habitat, range, behavior, food, nesting, breeding, lifespan, population status, conservation concerns, and audio recordings of herons’ calls. The accounts are accompanied by custom-made identification plates, making it

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Bird Identification

Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns of the Southeast USA: An ID Guide

Today, I am glad to share my comprehensive guide to the herons, egrets, and bitterns of the Southeast USA! This guide features detailed species accounts with information on identification, habitat, range, behavior, food, nesting, breeding, lifespan, population status, conservation concerns, and audio recordings of herons calls. The accounts are accompanied by custom-made identification images, making

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Bird Identification

North American White Egrets and Herons: An Identification Guide

Distinguishing between North America’s white herons and egrets can be a challenge, even for experienced birders. Several species share similar appearances, particularly young birds. This guide aims to simplify identification by focusing on key characteristics: geographic range, preferred habitat, plumage patterns, typical postures and behaviors, and the coloration of their ‘bare parts’—that is, the beak,

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Bird Identification, Birds of North America

Altricial or Precocial Young Birds: Know the Differences

Altricial or Precocial Young Birds: Know the Differences Whether you are a bird enthusiast or a casual observer, most of us have interacted with a baby bird or a young bird on the ground. Knowing a baby bird’s appearance and behavior can help you decide on the most appropriate action if you face the decision

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Bird Identification, Birds of North America

A Blue Bird with a Red or Orange Chest?

What’s the blue bird with a red-orange-brown chest? This is a query often posted online. To figure out the possible bird’s identity, this article reviews birds with plumages that include blue with red, orange, or brown chests. These birds’ range, favorite habitat, and behavior are compared to suggest the most likely response to the query.  

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Bird Identification

How to Tell a Juvenile Golden Eagle from a Juvenile Bald Eagle

Bald Eagle | ID | Size | Wingspan | Talons | Juv. Bald vs Golden Eagle The golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) and the bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) are among the largest and most emblematic North American raptors. Both eagles are the national bird of Mexico and the United States of America, respectively. Golden and bald

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