What Is White Balance? Photography Basics Explained
With all the advancements in modern photography, including the outstanding automatic adjustment features, many people don’t understand photography basics. One of those basics is white balance. If you’ve ever taken a picture and noticed that the subject is yellow or bluer than it should be, it’s because the white balance is off. This has everything […]
Continue readingHow To Attract Chickadees to Your Yard (7 Great Ideas)
Named after their distinctive call, the Chickadee is a delightful and adorable bird that brings much joy to any human who has the pleasure of spotting one in their yard. Chickadees are bold little birds that are not intimidated by humans, and some humans are able to build trust with the bird and eventually train […]
Continue reading9 Birds That Look Like Chickadees (With Pictures)
The chickadee is a small, colorful and acrobatic bird found in the forests of North America. Friendly and curious, they have a confiding nature that many birders find charming. Chickadees nest low to the ground, which is unexpected for a bird of this small stature due to natural enemies. They are also very talkative, and […]
Continue readingCan You Hunt Sandhill Cranes? Everything You Need to Know!
The main reason why sandhill cranes are always in such high demand is that they guarantee an unforgettable hunting experience, in addition to their top-tier table fare. And that’s something that very few game animals can rival. So, yes, you can hunt them – but there are quite a few caveats. If you’ve ever wanted […]
Continue reading15 Types of Blackbirds in Missouri (With Pictures)
You can find blackbirds all across the world, and they’re definitely prevalent in many areas of North America. Midwestern states such as Missouri, Illinois, Ohio, and Indiana have dozens of different blackbird species flying through the regions at any given time of year, but particularly in the spring and summer months. During these months, temperatures […]
Continue readingCan Coyotes See Infrared Light? The Surprising Answer!
As it stands, the verdict is no, coyotes cannot see infrared light. But the truth is, there’s still doubt out there. Nobody really knows for sure what this species sees, or even why their ocular systems are sort of different from what we’re used to seeing in other animals. Experts assume that their eyes work […]
Continue readingHow Do Robins Mate? The Fascinating Answer!
Birds have quite the reputation for being romantically charged pairs. Birds do it, bees do it, and humans who have fallen in love are often called “love birds” as a joke. However, you might be surprised to learn that the robin’s mating process is vastly different from ours and even from other birds, and they […]
Continue readingWhat Does Salt Look Like Under a Microscope? (With Pictures)
Recently, pictures of salt under an electron microscope have been shared on social media. Because these pictures showcase perfectly cubed specimens, these pictures have been met with a lot of skepticism and disbelief. Even so, these pictures are authentic. When placed underneath an electron microscope, salt looks like something out of Minecraft – like small […]
Continue readingGoldfinch Lifespan: How Long Do They Live?
Birds have extremely varied lifespans, and the American goldfinch is no different. How old do these beautiful birds get, and what factors affect their lifespan? We break it all down for you here! We also go over the different life stages of the American goldfinch and much more. What’s the Average Lifespan of an American […]
Continue reading16 Types of Blackbirds in Illinois (With Pictures)
North America is home to many species of birds, and Illinois commonly sees 16 types of blackbirds. These include Red-Winged Blackbirds, Common Grackles, and Brown-Headed Cowbirds, all of which are protected by the Illinois Wildlife Code and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. None of these birds, their eggs, their nests, or their offspring can be […]
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