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.
Summer Bird Watching Tips
June 28, 2023
Summer is the perfect time for bird watching. Perhaps you have extra time now that the school year is out, or maybe you just tend to be outdoors more often given the warmer weather. The more relaxed pace of this time of year inspires many to revisit some of their...
Staying Chipper with the Chipping Sparrow
May 28, 2023
Gaze upward in a suburban neighborhood or a grassland community in North America and you’re likely to see a Chipping Sparrow. “Chippies,” as they are affectionately called, get their name from the sharp “chip” sound they make as they forage for food. This is distinct from their song, which...