American Crow: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
While the American crow probably isn’t what most people think of when you mention “favorite birds,” the more you dive into them, the more likable they become. They travel in familial units, are extremely intelligent, and can take over just about any landscape that humans modify. If you’re living in the United States, the American […]
Continue reading20 Birds With Orange Chests (With Pictures)
Birdwatching is a pleasant and rewarding hobby that can offer a lifetime of fun. With so many birds native to North America, it is one of the best places to get a view of birds from all different families. Among the most popular birds to observe and attract are the beautiful and brightly colored species, […]
Continue readingHow Long Is a Day on Venus? How Long Is a Year?
You’d think that the Earth and Venus would have a lot in common, seeing as the two are the so-called sister planets. They’re not too different in size or circumference. Yet the 26,444,601 miles separating the two accounts for many things that make them worlds apart, including the lengths of their respective days and years. […]
Continue reading8 DIY Flashlights You Can Make Today
Flashlights are devices that the modern era takes for granted. However, people of the past did not have the same luxury we do. One thing you can do to better appreciate the technology we have access to is to make your own DIY flashlight. Making your own flashlight is actually a lot easier than it […]
Continue readingWhat Is a Mirrorless Camera? Photography Basics Explained
As you might have guessed from the name, mirrorless cameras lack an internal mirror. More specifically, they lack a reflex mirror. SLRs, or Single-lens Reflex cameras, contain a small mirror that sits between the lens and the film (or the digital sensor in DSLRs). The reflex mirror reflects light into an optical viewfinder so that […]
Continue readingHow to Hunt Elk in Colorado – Basic Tips & Tricks
Outdoor recreation is a popular way to escape the pressures of everyday life. About 15 million people participated in hunting in 2020. It’s ironic that any stigma exists with it, considering that eating meat ultimately made us humans by helping to increase our brain size and intelligence. However, being able to make personal choices is […]
Continue reading7 Birds That Look Like Mourning Doves (with Pictures)
Mourning Doves are one of the most abundant bird species on the continent, despite the fact that more than 20 million of them are hunted and harvested annually. By the way, did you know it was named the ‘Mourning Dove’ on account of the sound it produces? The sound can best be described as a […]
Continue readingSecurity Camera Placement — 5 Ideal Locations Around Your Home
A security surveillance camera offers a reliable solution to deter burglars and robbers, record theft evidence, and monitor any suspicious activities in the surrounding area. Not only that, but security cameras allow you to monitor your home remotely on an app or a web interface. Out of 7.69 million¹ property crime offenses in 2017, 1.4 […]
Continue readingSong Sparrow: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
Song Sparrows are among the most abundant native bird breeds1 in the United States and Canada. These birds don’t migrate in some parts but may migrate from the northern area to the Southern United States or Mexico in winter. Song Sparrows are ground foragers, primarily found in overgrown fields, forest edges, and backyards. Both males […]
Continue readingNorthern Cardinal: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
The Northern Cardinal has become one of the most beloved birds in North America. In fact, seven states have named the Northern Cardinal their official state bird. Needless to say, people everywhere love this stunning species. If you are new to birdwatching, one of the best birds to start out with is the Northern Cardinal […]
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