It’s a wonderful time of year to be outdoors and enjoying nature.  In addition to the green spaces, blue skies, and wildlife activity, it is a fragile time of year as new editions are brought into this beautiful world we call home. As birders, we have been keeping a close eye on the breeding and […]

A common misinterpretation among birders and other nature lovers is that the female of the species is the sole care-taker for any newborn birds.  While in some cases this can be absolutely true, in most others, it is quite the opposite. Typically speaking, the majority of bird species partake in a socially monogamous relationship for […]

It’s an exciting time of the year for us birders and we can certainly appreciate everyone’s anticipation of grabbing a look or a photograph of a set of newly-hatched birds.  While most of us have only the best of intentions in mind, there are a certain set of limitations we should all instill when monitoring […]

Stumbling across a stranded or abandoned baby bird can immediately tug on the heartstrings of many birders. As conservationists and bird lovers, we naturally want to do everything we can to help bird populations flourish for many generations to come. The fact of the matter is, in many cases, these solo birds are rarely lost […]

Babies are special, and in the birding world, the same rings true with baby birds. Given the time of year, many nests will soon be filled with the next generation of birds in and around you backyard feeders, and favorite birding sites. This article will serve as an educational piece, further dissecting the glossary surrounding […]