Yellow Warbler vs. Goldfinch: How to Tell the Difference
If you’re like us, you love looking at birds. Whether it’s in your backyard, on a campout, or just on an everyday road trip, there are many birds around us. But while spotting the birds is fun, part of the challenge is trying to identify exactly what you’re looking at! Two birds that often get […]
Continue readingGreat Blue Heron Male vs. Female: How to Tell the Difference
The Great Blue Heron is the largest species of Heron in the US and gets its name from its gray-blue plumage. They are found throughout North America and are exceptionally skilled at fishing, and their size makes them difficult to miss, even when they are standing perfectly still hunting for fish. The Great Blue Heron’s […]
Continue readingReflection vs. Refraction: What’s the Difference?
Refraction and reflection are characteristics of light that often confuse people. Reflection happens when light bounces off an object, and refraction occurs when light passes through an object. Light consists of tiny particles called photons. When photons bounce off an object, they reflect the light. That’s why you can see your reflection in a mirror. […]
Continue readingInfrared vs. Ultraviolet: Uses & How They Compare
Infrared and ultraviolet are part of the electromagnetic spectrum, along with visible light. Whereas visible light has a wavelength between 380–760 nanometers (nm), infrared radiation has a wavelength of 700 nm to 1 millimeter (mm), longer than that of visible light. Ultraviolet radiation has a wavelength shorter than visible light and is usually between 10–400 […]
Continue readingStrobes vs Speedlights: Which One Should I Use?
When it comes to photography, appropriately lighting your subject is one of the most important factors in attaining incredible images. Unfortunately, natural light doesn’t do the trick 100% of the time, so artificial lighting tools are a necessity to get the best end result. Strobes and speedlights are a couple of types of this artificial […]
Continue reading5 Best AR Flashlights in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
AR-15s are one of the most customizable rifles out there. The cool things that you can get for them are almost endless. But as a result, to ensure you’re getting the highest quality products, there are many reviews to read. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of the five best AR flashlights available and […]
Continue reading10 Common Types of Sparrows in Maine (With Pictures)
There are many different types of sparrows in Maine, but some are more common than others. In this guide, you’ll learn about 10 of the most common sparrows you might see in your backyard or out on a nature walk. The 10 Common Types of Sparrows in Maine 1. Song Sparrow The song sparrow (Melospiza melodia) […]
Continue readingBarska Binoculars Review 2024 – Pros, Cons, FAQ, and Verdict
Review Summary Based in California, Barska is an optics-specific retailer and they cater their binoculars to a wide variety of uses, especially for the outdoors. The company wants to make the best products they can for those who want to view subjects on land, in the sea, or in the night sky. There’s a model […]
Continue readingProtocol VideoDrone AP Review 2024 – Pros, Cons, FAQ, and Verdict
Review Summary The Protocol VideoDrone AP is the perfect birthday gift for any young user who’s or for a curious drone enthusiast who wants to be part of the unmanned aerial vehicle world. It has a very friendly user interface, significantly longer range, and produces images of standard quality. Is it pricey? No. And that’s […]
Continue readingXfinity Doorbell Camera Review of 2024 – Pros, Cons, and Verdict
Review Summary If you already have Xfinity internet service with a xFi Gateway router/modem, the Xfinity doorbell camera is an outstanding choice. But if you have another internet provider, you’ll probably want to keep shopping. While the Xfinity doorbell camera comes with many features, almost all of them are dependent on having an existing Xfinity […]
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