How to Use a Spotting Scope for Birding (4 Helpful Tips)
That hobby of bird watching finally turned into something more. You’re ready to upgrade from your binoculars to a spotting scope. With an average range of 15x to 60x magnification, there are plenty of options to pick from. Once you have one, though, how do you even use it? Don’t worry, we have a step-by-step […]
Continue reading10 Species of Hawks in Colorado (With Pictures)
Did you know we have 25 different hawk species in the United States? Of course, you might not get the opportunity to see every single one of them, but if you’re a Colorado resident, you could come across 10 of them. Would you like to know what they look like, feed on, and nesting behaviors? […]
Continue reading10 Proven Ways to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Yard & Feeders
When you know what you’re doing, you’ve already completed half the battle. After reading this guide, you can bring in all the hummingbirds in the area. Here’s to hoping that your yard turns into a hummingbird paradise! The old saying is: Build it and they will come. While that’s true to a degree, if you’re […]
Continue reading10 Species of Cardinal Birds
Cardinals are part of the order Passeriformes, or perching birds. They make up most of the visitors to the average backyard feeder. The group includes a broad spectrum of different sized birds and specializations. The familiar red-crested avian is a member of the aptly named family, Cardinalidae, which includes other familiar songbirds, such as the […]
Continue reading5 Types of Falcon Species in the United States (With Pictures)
When you think of a falcon, what comes to mind? Is it this majestic bird that can travel at high speeds? There are 5 species of falcons that reside in the United States. Each one has its own way of living that makes the bird watching experience worth it. Take a look at the 5 falcons […]
Continue reading2 Species of Eagles in Texas: Info, Pictures, History & Conservation
Why are eagles so likeable? Well, it’s easy to fall in love with these birds of prey because they exhibit traits that are mostly associated with leadership. As a symbol, they represent grace, honor, bravery, determination, and more importantly, beauty. And here’s another crazy fact: Some religions believe that eagles can fly so high as […]
Continue reading2 Types of Bald Eagle: What’s the Difference? (With Pictures)
Here’s a fun fact: Did you know the ‘bald’ in ‘bald eagle’ is actually an old English word ‘balde,’ that means white? So, if you thought this type of bird had no hair on its head, you’re way off tangent. Right out of the gates, we’re just going to say even though we’ve been told […]
Continue reading3 Proven Ways to Keep Sparrows Out of Bluebird Houses (Easy Guide)
Sparrows are invasive species, and they have no problem taking over bluebird houses and even killing the bluebirds. While it can be challenging to keep these birds away entirely, if you know what you’re doing, there are a few tips and tricks that you can follow to keep them away from your bluebird houses. We […]
Continue reading7 Common Red Birds (With Pictures): Info, Pictures, Nesting & Status
Maybe you’ve spotted a red bird and want to know what you are looking at. Or perhaps you just want to know what birds sport a fiery red plumage. Either way, we’ve tracked down seven red birds for you. While this isn’t an exhaustive list, it does cover common species out there. The 7 Most […]
Continue reading7 Common Yellow Birds (With Pictures): Info, Pics, Nesting, & Status
Birding is an incredible hobby. It’s one of those things that help you gain perspective in life, in addition to giving you reasons to smile. This will in turn help you create meaningful relationships, and thus live a long, happy, and fulfilling life. Now that you understand why we love birding so much, it’s time […]
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