10 Birds That Chirp at Night In New York (with Pictures)

Common Loon in the water

Typically, birds are diurnal rather than nocturnal, which means that they are active during the day and rest at night. However, the abundance of people, traffic, and loud noises in the daytime mean that New York is home to a selection of birds that go about their business at night. As well as a selection […]

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17 Common Types of Sparrows in Pennsylvania (with Pictures)

a house sparrow on a tree branch

Pennsylvania is great for bird-watching Sparrows because many varieties come and go throughout the year. Each sings a different song and has various colors. So, if you are looking for new birds to find, keep reading, as we provide you with a list of Sparrows common to the Keystone State. The 17 Types of Sparrows […]

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What Is a Speedlight and How Does It Work?

speedlight with a mini softbox to diffuse the flash light

If you’re trying to learn about photography, chances are that you understand how important lighting is. Lighting your subject or setting is crucial to achieve the proper exposure and look you want, so it’s only natural that you would want to control the conditions. In that case, you’ve probably heard about the speedlight or ‘speedlite; […]

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How to Use a Speedlight: 5 Tips and Tricks 

Speedlight

The speedlight is an indispensable photography tool that can seriously step up your imagery. Its convenience and ability to help with poorly lit scenes make it a no-brainer to bring along. But how do you operate a speedlight? Is it difficult to use one? To answer that, we’ll show you five tips and tricks for […]

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14 Interesting Orion Constellation Facts, Myths, and FAQs

Constellation Orion

Orion is easily one of the most recognizable constellations in the night sky. Since it’s extremely popular, there are many interesting facts and myths about the constellation. Many people also have questions about Orion, and here, we do our best to answer them. If you’re interested in learning more about this popular constellation, you’ve come […]

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22 Common Types of Sparrows in Oklahoma (With Pictures)

a house sparrow on a tree branch

There are many species of sparrows found within the United States but while some of these birds are very widespread, others have smaller numbers and more limited ranges. Regardless of where you live in Oklahoma, you should have no trouble seeing sparrows, but certain species will be much more common than others. In the article, […]

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What Do All the Numbers Mean on a Spotting Scope?

an angled spotting scope

Spotting scopes are a great tool to aid you in viewing wildlife, looking up at the night sky, surveying an area, or seeing distant objects in great detail. When you look through your new spotting scope, you might notice a bunch of numbers that are shown on the viewfinder’s display. But what do all the […]

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8 DIY Large Bird House Plans You Can Make Today (With Pictures)

brown bird eating seeds on red bird house

So, if you’re looking to build a large bird house but don’t have an idea in mind to start with—you’ve come to the right place! If you have a ton of small birds or a few large ones in your backyard and want to bring them closer to your door, these designs won’t disappoint. We’ve […]

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Mottled Duck vs. Mallard vs. Black Duck: What’s the Difference?

Mottled Duck vs Mallard vs Black Duck

There are some similarities between mottled ducks, mallards, and black ducks, especially in the physical appearance of the females, but there are also some distinct differences. For example, the mottled duck and black duck have completely different ranges, which means the two never meet. However, the mallard duck is found throughout most of the US […]

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7 DIY Cedar Birdhouse Plans You Can Make Today (With Pictures)

cedar birdhouse in a park

Birdhouses are the perfect way to compliment the wildlife that roams in your backyard. Cedar is arguably the best wood you can use to build your birdhouses since it’s lightweight and durable compared to other options. Whether you have cedar on hand or are thinking of using it to build your next DIY birdhouse, we […]

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