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Migration; The Mississippi Flyway
At one time, it was actually believed that birds hibernated by burrowing in the ground. Thanks to the many wonderful birders and birding organizations around the world, we are now assured that this speculation is just not so! Truth is; birds navigate with skills that would rival even the best human pilot!
mississippi • flyway • migration • migrate • migratory
At one time, it was actually believed that birds hibernated by burrowing in the ground. Thanks to the many wonderful birders and birding organizations around the world, we are now assured that this speculation is just not so! Truth is; birds navigate with skills that would rival even the best human pilot!
mississippi • flyway • migration • migrate • migratory
What is a Flyway?
A definition of the word "flyway," used in discussions of bird migration.
flyway • flyways • migrating birds • aerial route • how birds know
A definition of the word "flyway," used in discussions of bird migration.
flyway • flyways • migrating birds • aerial route • how birds know
American Wigeon
While researching information about Wigeons I found out there is an American and a European Wigeon. I don't magine there is much difference in the two birds but we'll speak about the American Wigeon in this article.
american • wigeon • brown • wetland • pacific and central flyway
While researching information about Wigeons I found out there is an American and a European Wigeon. I don't magine there is much difference in the two birds but we'll speak about the American Wigeon in this article.
american • wigeon • brown • wetland • pacific and central flyway
Migratory Adaptation
We birders are lucky; we have a non-stop fashion parade passing right over our property 24 hours a day. However, along with our love of birds comes the responsibility of informing others about the dwindling lands and territories in which our bird friends try their best to adapt and to live a life of relative freedom.
spring • migration • flyway • birds • robin
We birders are lucky; we have a non-stop fashion parade passing right over our property 24 hours a day. However, along with our love of birds comes the responsibility of informing others about the dwindling lands and territories in which our bird friends try their best to adapt and to live a life of relative freedom.
spring • migration • flyway • birds • robin
The Migration Adventure of the Red Knot
The red knot is an attractive, eye-catching bird that frequents the shoreline. It winters along the southeastern coast of the United States and on down to South America. But when the migration and breeding urge sets in, this little bird sets out on a migration course that is a courageous testimony and example to its endurance!
horseshoe • crab • migration • red • knot
The red knot is an attractive, eye-catching bird that frequents the shoreline. It winters along the southeastern coast of the United States and on down to South America. But when the migration and breeding urge sets in, this little bird sets out on a migration course that is a courageous testimony and example to its endurance!
horseshoe • crab • migration • red • knot
Migration: The Incredible Journey
Those of us who live in the northern and Midwest United States, tend to think of our bird friends as living “here” in the summer. In truth, it’s the opposite way around. Most birds fly to the northern hemisphere to breed, and then by summer’s end, the fledglings are ready to fly to the southern hemisphere on their own.
migration • flyway • atlantic • migrate • travel
Those of us who live in the northern and Midwest United States, tend to think of our bird friends as living “here” in the summer. In truth, it’s the opposite way around. Most birds fly to the northern hemisphere to breed, and then by summer’s end, the fledglings are ready to fly to the southern hemisphere on their own.
migration • flyway • atlantic • migrate • travel
Bird Migration Patterns
Bird migration takes birds to habitats that support their survival and/or reproductive success. But migration routes and patterns differ widely.
bird migration patterns • migratory bird routes trends • migration flyways • east west migration • north south migration
Bird migration takes birds to habitats that support their survival and/or reproductive success. But migration routes and patterns differ widely.
bird migration patterns • migratory bird routes trends • migration flyways • east west migration • north south migration
Winter Birding for Families in Maryland, USA
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge on Maryland's Eastern Shore is the destination for avid birders, but families with kids will enjoy seeing bald eagles too.
blackwater national wildlife refuge • blackwater refuge • best winter birding • birding with children • best kid-friendly birding
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge on Maryland's Eastern Shore is the destination for avid birders, but families with kids will enjoy seeing bald eagles too.
blackwater national wildlife refuge • blackwater refuge • best winter birding • birding with children • best kid-friendly birding
Monarch Butterfly Migration Waystations in Texas
Older adults take friends and family to learn about monarch butterflies at the waystation during their yearly flyover while migrating to Mexico.
monarch butterfly waystations in texas • seniors take family members to austin for monarch • monarch butterfly migration route • tagging of the monarchs • lady bird johnson wild flower center in austin tex
Older adults take friends and family to learn about monarch butterflies at the waystation during their yearly flyover while migrating to Mexico.
monarch butterfly waystations in texas • seniors take family members to austin for monarch • monarch butterfly migration route • tagging of the monarchs • lady bird johnson wild flower center in austin tex
Chesapeake
In a body of water that touches the shores of the states of Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland and Delaware is a water shed of about 64,000 acres called Chesapeake Bay. Chesapeake Bay is among the largest and most fertile wetland environments in the world.
chesapeake bay • fertile • wetland • rich variety
In a body of water that touches the shores of the states of Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland and Delaware is a water shed of about 64,000 acres called Chesapeake Bay. Chesapeake Bay is among the largest and most fertile wetland environments in the world.
chesapeake bay • fertile • wetland • rich variety
Migratory Bird Day (IMBD)
International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD) celebrates and highlights the annual migration of billions of birds. Read some interesting facts about migrating birds.
international migratory bird day • imbd • birds • migration • boreal forest
International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD) celebrates and highlights the annual migration of billions of birds. Read some interesting facts about migrating birds.
international migratory bird day • imbd • birds • migration • boreal forest
An Avian Migration Glossary
The study of bird migration has a vocabulary used to refer to characteristics, behavior, and habitats of migrating birds. These terms have specific meanings.
bird avian migration glossary • definitions terms seasonal bird movements • bird migration vocabulary meanings • altitudinal molt partial migration • diurnal nocturnal migration
The study of bird migration has a vocabulary used to refer to characteristics, behavior, and habitats of migrating birds. These terms have specific meanings.
bird avian migration glossary • definitions terms seasonal bird movements • bird migration vocabulary meanings • altitudinal molt partial migration • diurnal nocturnal migration
Bird Unfriendly Wind Farms
Wind turbines are popping up in many countries - so is opposition to these alternative energy projects that threaten birds.
bird • wind farms • wind energy projects • wind turbines • fragile habitat
Wind turbines are popping up in many countries - so is opposition to these alternative energy projects that threaten birds.
bird • wind farms • wind energy projects • wind turbines • fragile habitat
Birds and Windmills
Windmills, especially older ones, in the wrong places can cause many bird deaths. Newer technology and thoughtful location of wind farms can minimize the death toll.
birds and windmills • wind turbines • bird deaths • wind farms • death toll
Windmills, especially older ones, in the wrong places can cause many bird deaths. Newer technology and thoughtful location of wind farms can minimize the death toll.
birds and windmills • wind turbines • bird deaths • wind farms • death toll
Spring Birding at Presqu'ile Provincial Park
Bird watching along the shores of Lake Ontario during spring migration offers rare opportunities to add exciting migrants to your birding list.
spring birding at presqui'le • migrating flocks waterfowl • waterfowl brighton region • birdwatching ontario migrants • birding list ontario
Bird watching along the shores of Lake Ontario during spring migration offers rare opportunities to add exciting migrants to your birding list.
spring birding at presqui'le • migrating flocks waterfowl • waterfowl brighton region • birdwatching ontario migrants • birding list ontario
Watch those warblers
A storm swept away one lowly nest, but warblers and other songbirds face their greatest threat in mankind. We <i>can</i> turn back the process of habitat destruction. Research and co-operative action are required.
warbler • cottage • dimorphism • camouflage • nest
A storm swept away one lowly nest, but warblers and other songbirds face their greatest threat in mankind. We <i>can</i> turn back the process of habitat destruction. Research and co-operative action are required.
warbler • cottage • dimorphism • camouflage • nest
Mute Swans in North America
Mute Swans were introduced to North America. Their growing population and spread causes problems for the environment and native species of the Atlantic Flyway.
mute swans north america • cygnus olor population spread environment • pest bird • wild feral mute swans • how many mute swans north america
Mute Swans were introduced to North America. Their growing population and spread causes problems for the environment and native species of the Atlantic Flyway.
mute swans north america • cygnus olor population spread environment • pest bird • wild feral mute swans • how many mute swans north america
Migration Update
As waterfowl seasons open in the Northern states and Canada, hunters are learning first-hand how local populations fared during the past breeding season. Except for early migrating species like the blue-winged teal and pintails, most hunters are still waiting with anticipation for the birds from “the north.”
migration • hunters • geese • ducks • wetlands
As waterfowl seasons open in the Northern states and Canada, hunters are learning first-hand how local populations fared during the past breeding season. Except for early migrating species like the blue-winged teal and pintails, most hunters are still waiting with anticipation for the birds from “the north.”
migration • hunters • geese • ducks • wetlands
Canada Goose
Although the Canada Goose is an easily known species, making a judgment among eleven races is a difficult task. The smallest Canada Goose is the cackling race that will weigh about three pounds. The largest race is the Canada Goose that may weigh up to 20 pounds. Both sexes appear alike in all races.
canada goose • small • large
Although the Canada Goose is an easily known species, making a judgment among eleven races is a difficult task. The smallest Canada Goose is the cackling race that will weigh about three pounds. The largest race is the Canada Goose that may weigh up to 20 pounds. Both sexes appear alike in all races.
canada goose • small • large
FALL FLIGHT UPDATE
What effect is the unusual weather having on record high numbers of migrating ducks and geese? Waterfowl enthusiast all over North America are awaiting the largest flight of ducks in 50 years.
migrating ducks and geese- weather
What effect is the unusual weather having on record high numbers of migrating ducks and geese? Waterfowl enthusiast all over North America are awaiting the largest flight of ducks in 50 years.
migrating ducks and geese- weather
Autumn Raptor Migration at Hawk Mountain
Each year thousands of raptors soar through the sky on their journey south for the winter. Hawk Mountain Sanctuary has a long history on the recording and protection of birds of prey.
pennsylvania • nature • pennsylvania nature • wildlife • raptors
Each year thousands of raptors soar through the sky on their journey south for the winter. Hawk Mountain Sanctuary has a long history on the recording and protection of birds of prey.
pennsylvania • nature • pennsylvania nature • wildlife • raptors
Montezuma
Valentine's day is for lovers. Valentines day is for wives, girl friends and sometimes your mistress. Besides my wife and girls and their families that I love dearly there is one other thing that my wife accuses me of taking her place. That is the outdoor community. Mother- Nature runs a close second to my wife and girls. Sometimes I suppose my wife thinks Mother- Nature is my mistress.
Valentine's day is for lovers. Valentines day is for wives, girl friends and sometimes your mistress. Besides my wife and girls and their families that I love dearly there is one other thing that my wife accuses me of taking her place. That is the outdoor community. Mother- Nature runs a close second to my wife and girls. Sometimes I suppose my wife thinks Mother- Nature is my mistress.
Federal Duck Stamps Raise Millions for Wetlands
Money raised from stamp sales is used for the purchase of critical wetlands for migratory waterfowl and other animals. Annual duck stamp art contest determines design.
federal duck stamp art contest • national wildlife refuges • migratory waterfowl • wetland protection • junior duck stamp program
Money raised from stamp sales is used for the purchase of critical wetlands for migratory waterfowl and other animals. Annual duck stamp art contest determines design.
federal duck stamp art contest • national wildlife refuges • migratory waterfowl • wetland protection • junior duck stamp program
Pickens Plan's Wind Energy Component Hits Snags
The Pickens Plan to establish wind energy as an alternative to non-renewable energy resources such as oil and coal has hit a few snags, including high delivery costs.
pickens plan • wind energy • wind turbine • wind power • tumble in gas prices
The Pickens Plan to establish wind energy as an alternative to non-renewable energy resources such as oil and coal has hit a few snags, including high delivery costs.
pickens plan • wind energy • wind turbine • wind power • tumble in gas prices
Cape May Bird Observatory Research Programs
The New Jersey Audubon Society's Cape May facilities add to knowledge of bird and butterfly migration with monitoring programs. Public outreach gets everyone involved.
cape may bird observatory • hawk watch • sea watch • monarch butterfly migration • migratory songbird research
The New Jersey Audubon Society's Cape May facilities add to knowledge of bird and butterfly migration with monitoring programs. Public outreach gets everyone involved.
cape may bird observatory • hawk watch • sea watch • monarch butterfly migration • migratory songbird research
Going Back To Nature in Singapore
Despite being highly urbanised, there are many areas in Singapore where you can be in touch with nature. Three major natural habitats are highlighted here.
nature in singapore • rich biodiversity • central catchment treetop walk • sungei buloh wetland reserve • chek jawa on pulau ubin
Despite being highly urbanised, there are many areas in Singapore where you can be in touch with nature. Three major natural habitats are highlighted here.
nature in singapore • rich biodiversity • central catchment treetop walk • sungei buloh wetland reserve • chek jawa on pulau ubin
Moreton, Brisbane's Wilderness Island
It has no surfaced roads, so movement around Moreton Island is by foot or 4WD vehicle, either along the beaches or via rough, sandy tracks through dense forest and scrub.
moreton island • moreton bay marine park • cape moreton • dugong in moreton bay • sand island
It has no surfaced roads, so movement around Moreton Island is by foot or 4WD vehicle, either along the beaches or via rough, sandy tracks through dense forest and scrub.
moreton island • moreton bay marine park • cape moreton • dugong in moreton bay • sand island
Sandhill Cranes – Grus canadensis
The Sandhill Crane is the crane species most commonly seen in North America. It is found in Mexico, the United States, Canada, and eastern Siberia.
sandhill crane • grus canadensis • natural history • subspecies • whooping cranes
The Sandhill Crane is the crane species most commonly seen in North America. It is found in Mexico, the United States, Canada, and eastern Siberia.
sandhill crane • grus canadensis • natural history • subspecies • whooping cranes
White Stork Population Trend in Europe
Study of the White Stork population is important in monitoring environmental change. Their numbers have changed drastically the last few decades. Where do they stand now?
white storks • ciconia ciconia • bird life international census • white stork census • white stork population
Study of the White Stork population is important in monitoring environmental change. Their numbers have changed drastically the last few decades. Where do they stand now?
white storks • ciconia ciconia • bird life international census • white stork census • white stork population
Aleutian Canada Goose
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that the Aleutian Canada goose recovered from near extinction and removed from the list of threatened and endangered species.
goose • aleutian • endangered • delisted
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that the Aleutian Canada goose recovered from near extinction and removed from the list of threatened and endangered species.
goose • aleutian • endangered • delisted
Bird Counts Count
Today's column opens on December 31 in time for many stouthearted people to get in touch with their local bird club to find out whether a bird count is scheduled for Saturday or Sunday.
Today's column opens on December 31 in time for many stouthearted people to get in touch with their local bird club to find out whether a bird count is scheduled for Saturday or Sunday.
Migrating Bird Games for Students to Play
Students play a board game or an active running game that introduces them to the challenges of migration.
migrating bird games • migration games • north american migration • north american migration game • migration tag game
Students play a board game or an active running game that introduces them to the challenges of migration.
migrating bird games • migration games • north american migration • north american migration game • migration tag game
A Hawk is a Hawk is a Hawk...or Is It?
A hawk is a hawk, but is it? This article describes types of hawks and how to identify them.
birds • bird-watching • audubon • accipiters • buteos
A hawk is a hawk, but is it? This article describes types of hawks and how to identify them.
birds • bird-watching • audubon • accipiters • buteos
Birds Glossary
Here you will find general descriptions of cranes, birds of prey, and other groups of birds, and definitions of unusual or unfamiliar words we use when we discuss birds.
glossary • terms related to birds • birds • birding • bird description
Here you will find general descriptions of cranes, birds of prey, and other groups of birds, and definitions of unusual or unfamiliar words we use when we discuss birds.
glossary • terms related to birds • birds • birding • bird description
Migration Haven: Cape May, New Jersey
Cape May, New Jersey, is one of the best places in the East to bird the fall and spring migrations.
birding • birders • cape may • new jersey • new jersey audubon
Cape May, New Jersey, is one of the best places in the East to bird the fall and spring migrations.
birding • birders • cape may • new jersey • new jersey audubon
Why (and When) Birds Migrate
Birds must migrate in order to find food and shelter to survive. Why they migrate and when is the subject of this article.
birds • birding • audubon • migration • bald eagles
Birds must migrate in order to find food and shelter to survive. Why they migrate and when is the subject of this article.
birds • birding • audubon • migration • bald eagles
Alvars, rarest of habitats
In memory of Diana: the day she died I paid my first visit to one of the earth's rarest and most extreme habitats, alvars. The beauty of its wildflowers draw me back each year.
alvar • habitat • diana • environment • bruce peninsula
In memory of Diana: the day she died I paid my first visit to one of the earth's rarest and most extreme habitats, alvars. The beauty of its wildflowers draw me back each year.
alvar • habitat • diana • environment • bruce peninsula
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