
bird identification
Winter Spotlight – The Gyrfalcon
Holding the title for the largest falcon in the world, the Gyrfalcon is a breathtaking sight to behold. This large...
Holding the title for the largest falcon in the world, the Gyrfalcon is a breathtaking sight to behold. This large...
While getting yourself a few good feeders and educating yourself about the very best seed available, there is so much...
There was a great deal of excitement in our neck of the woods, west of Ottawa in eastern Ontario, this...
A common sight to roadside and open spaces in the western United States and Canada, the Western Kingbird is a...
Given the time of year, we turn to a migrating species that will soon become highly visible in most of...
There are many terms, phrases and sayings tossed around the birding world and for those new to the game, these...
As you continue your journey as a knowledgeable birder, you undoubtedly will dedicate some of your time to learning both...
Perhaps one of the most recognizable and aesthetically pleasing game birds is the Ring-necked Pheasant. These large game birds are...
One of the most dominant features of some species of owls is their prominently displayed ear tufts. These groups of...
Many regions in Ontario offer fantastic viewing opportunities to get a glimpse of literally hundreds of hawks and other birds...
As we approach the fall season, this is a great time to get out and have a look at some...
While we love our small birds like warblers, finches and wrens, there is nothing quite like the sight of a...
The only water kingfisher that is commonly found throughout the United States and Canada is the Belted Kingfisher. This stocky,...
While not a terribly common occurrence, as an active birder, you might come across a bird at some point that...
A delight to see in flight, the Northern Flicker is unmistakable with its wonderful colouring under their wings, matched with...
The orange plumage is perhaps a more wonderful sight than that of hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. Standing between...
As birders, we’ve all been there; either catching a glimpse of a unique bird flying past or hearing a unique...
A seemingly endless amount of effort goes into the beautiful songs of the Northern Mockingbird, which can sometimes sound like...
As spring is beginning to slowly, but surely roll in for most of us, it marks the most exciting time...
Canada is the second largest land mass in the world. With Canada’s four seasons and different flora it is home...
As winter descends deeper and deeper upon us, we shift our focus into the birds we are most likely to...
Bald Eagles are a majestic sight to behold and obviously carry a large amount of symbolism to our neighbours to...
These owls are said to be one of the most common owls in North America, but perhaps the reason you...
Spotting an owl in the wild is a coveted sight for most and more and more people today are getting...
A common bird found year-round throughout the US, parts of Mexico and southern Canada, the White-Breasted Nuthatch can be a...