The Finch Research Network recently released its 25th Annual Winter Finch Forecast for 2023-204, just in time for the New Year! This year’s Winter Finch Forecast anticipates movement in varying degrees of intensity across areas and species. What Affects Finch Migration Forest conditions largely affect Finch migration patterns. While the...
Spooky (Bird) Season!
October 26, 2023
All About the Birds Most Commonly Associated with Halloween: Crows, Ravens, Vultures & Owls Feeling spooky? ‘Tis the season! With Halloween just around the corner, there’s no better time than the present to learn about these haunting fliers. Whether it’s their looks, their call, or their aggressive attitudes when flitting...
Finch to Finch: Comparing Goldfinches to Pine Siskins
October 01, 2023
Wild bird species have you feeling a little birdbrained? We get it! Identifying one wild bird from another can be challenging, especially when so many of them look alike. Take Finches, for example. While some Finch species are extremely distinct, others share features that are quite similar to their fellow...
How Birdsong Can Benefit Your Mental Health
August 28, 2023
by Elinor Cohen Looking to boost your mood? Try listening to the birds! With the overload of information we have at our fingertips these days, it can be hard to find a moment truly all to yourself. Whether it’s a text from a friend or a work email, it seems...
Florida’s Finest: The Florida Scrub-Jay
July 31, 2023
The Florida Scrub-Jay is a sight to be seen! That is, if you're lucky enough to see it.