10 Birds That Chirp at Night in Texas (With Pictures)
Most people believe that owls are the only late-night birds in our ecosystems because that’s how they are portrayed in movies. When in reality, we have several other bird species that like to vocalize while other animals are fast asleep. For someone inexperienced, you might not be able to tell the difference right away. Accurately […]
Continue readingCan Loons Walk on Land? Is It Normal?
Loons are excellent divers and fliers but cannot walk on land. Their legs are too far to the end of their body, making walking difficult. When they are on the ground, they often hop or scoot around to get where they need to go. Loons generally only come to land to nest. Even then, they […]
Continue readingCan Loons Fly? Do They Stay on Water?
As opposed to most bird species, loons have solid bones. Their bones make them less buoyant, allowing them to maneuver through the water. Moreover, their far set-back legs help them move through the water effectively. While loons tend to stay in the water most of the time, they can fly, too. They can reach a […]
Continue reading11 Types of Black Birds in Connecticut (With Pictures)
Whether you’re interested in getting into bird watching or are just trying to identify a bird that you’ve already seen, this guide will walk you through all the different black bird species in Connecticut. You’ll get information on how to identify each one and even the time of year that you can expect to see […]
Continue readingHow to Photograph a Sunset: 14 Tips & Tricks
Since the early days of color photography, people the world over have strived to capture the moment that the sun touches the horizon, and sets the sky on fire with red, purple, and apricot hues. If you’re wondering how you can capture the same magical moment in a timeless photograph, you’ve come to the right […]
Continue readingGilded Flicker: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat, & Info
If you venture far out into the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, you might catch a glimpse of what looks like a smaller version of the Northern Flicker. This lesser-known bird is called the Gilded Flicker. It likes to reside quietly deep in the desert and isn’t likely to be found in urban areas. In fact, […]
Continue readingWhat Do Nuthatches Eat? How to Attract Them to Your Yard!
A Nuthatch is an attractive blue-gray bird that many people see but have a hard time attracting to their feeders, so you may wonder what they eat. These birds primarily eat insects, so it can be difficult to attract them to a feeder, but keep reading as we dive in to see if they ever […]
Continue readingAlgerian Nuthatch: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
There are about 30 nuthatch species throughout the world, and one of the lesser-known but still interesting nuthatch species out there is the Algerian nuthatch. While you probably won’t get to see one of these beautiful birds in the wild for yourself, they’re still great birds to learn more about! Quick Facts About the Algerian […]
Continue readingWhat Is Refraction? What Is Refractive Index?
Refraction is one of the most frequently observed phenomena; without it, our world as we see it now would be a haze. Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one transparent medium to another due to the density difference between the two mediums. This bending of light makes it possible to have […]
Continue reading23 Interesting Scorpio Constellation Facts, Myths & FAQs
Scorpio (aka Scorpius) has fascinated stargazers for eons, mainly because it’s one of the brightest constellations in the night sky. That brightness is thanks to the many luminous stars Scorpio claims as its own. Although it’s the 8th sign of the Zodiac, we’re not going to look at the astrological ramifications of Scorpio today. Instead, […]
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