Flycatchers are small passerine birds in the family Muscicapidae that are characterized by catching insects in flight. With over 300…
Browsing: Bird Questions
Cooper’s hawks and sharp-shinned hawks are two very similar hawk species found throughout North America. They are both in the…
The common loon, scientifically known as Gavia immer, is a large diving waterbird that breeds in forested lakes and large…
Finding local bird breeders can be a great way to buy birds from ethical sources, get advice on caring for…
Surf scoters are a species of sea duck that spend the winter months in coastal waters and breed in the…
Geese are amazing migratory birds that make incredibly long journeys every year. They fly thousands of miles between their summer…
The rose-breasted grosbeak is a medium-sized songbird found in North America. It is known for its striking plumage – the…
Clark’s nutcracker (Nucifraga columbiana) is a large, boldly marked bird in the corvid family. With their black and white plumage,…
The “Birdman of Alcatraz” is the nickname given to Robert Stroud, a federal prison inmate known for his studies and…
Kestrels are small falcons found throughout much of the world. There are several different species of kestrel, but some of…