Birding Articles

Whether it’s because of climate change or the decline of sea otters, the loss of kelp forests has affected bald eagles significantly.  It’s been found that because of the tremendous decrease of kelp forests, bald eagles are forced to shift their diet from fish to seabirds and other mammals. According … Read more

You probably heard the term “bird brain” a few times, and from what we all know, this term is always used to describe a stupid person. However, as much as most people would like to assume, birds aren’t stupid. Here we’ll dive deep into the topic of bird brain science… Bird … Read more

Birding is becoming the fastest-growing outdoor activity in the country. Why? This is partly due to the fact that you can watch birds from inside, looking outside at a bird feeder in your backyard, but you can also go to a local park. It’s easy, fun, and a great way … Read more

Whenever you feel stressed, most people will tell you to get out, get some fresh air, and experience a change of scenery. But did anyone ask you to look up at the sky or around you to watch birds? Keep reading to learn the benefits of bird watching… I’m sure a … Read more

While most bird species migrate to warmer areas for winter, certain birds stay in the same area for winter. This is despite the fact that the cold offers them unideal living conditions. Because of this, many bird watchers wonder, do birds get cold? And if they do, how do they … Read more

If you’re new to bird watching, telling the difference between some bird species can be challenging. For example, crows vs. ravens and hawks vs. falcons.  When you see a big bird flying in the sky with large hooked beaks, it will get you thinking: Is that a hawk or a … Read more

What’s the very first thing that comes to your mind when you see crows? Probably not crow intelligence! For most people, they might immediately think of them as a sign of a bad phenomenon coming. After all, that’s how movies, stories, and superstitions have been believed for several years.  However, … Read more

If you’ve been a bird watcher for a long time, you’ve probably observed how bird clutch sizes vary from each other. Some birds lay as few as one egg each, while others lay as many as 20 or more eggs.  But, have you ever wondered why this is so?  It … Read more

Flamingos are probably one of the most identifiable bird species in the world, thanks to their distinct pink color. However, have you ever wondered why flamingos are pink?  It turns out that flamingos aren’t really born pink. However, their pink pigment came from what they eat, which are generally crustaceans … Read more

Have you ever looked up to the sky and wondered, “Hey, that bird looks drunk.” Have you ever heard of Drunk Bird Phenomenon? Well, even though you did have a good laugh at that, perhaps the bird you saw wasn’t just looking drunk because there is a big possibility that … Read more