When we think of top predators our thoughts are drawn to sharks, wolves, Mountain Lions, and some bears. There are a number of birds of the sky that can claim to be a top predator. But none of them are as fierce and aggressive as the Great Horned Owl. In Eastern Nebraska where predators such…
The Sandhill Crane has one of the longest fossil histories of any existing bird, with the oldest dating back 2.5 million years. This is almost twice as old as the remains of most current living bird species. But even more amazing are the fossilized remains found in Nebraska of what is believed to be the…
Can anything beat the sight of a bright red Cardinal against a backdrop of white snow? As a resident of the Eastern Great Plains, the Northern Cardinal is a faithful visitor to feeders and can be one of the easier species to attract. It is such a popular and widespread species throughout the east, that…
The Crows of Hidden Creek by Joann Houston Neimela This is an adventure story about real crows! DID YOU KNOW THAT CROWS have distinct language, are very sociable, travel in a group called a murder, not a flock, and purposely seek high perches for a good view? If not, you will after reading this intriguing…
Fun Facts About American Crows · American Crows congregate in large numbers in winter to sleep in communal roosts. These roosts can be of a few hundred up to two million crows. Some roosts have been forming in the same general area for well over 100 years. In the last few decades…
The American Crow Unless one has a passion for a specific bird species, many of us have numerous favorites. Another one of mine is the American Crow. It happens to be a much maligned bird by some. The greatest problem concerning the Crow is its abundance. Without any natural predators to maintain their population, they…
Apart from the falling leaves and temperatures, I am further made aware that we are in the midst of a seasonal change when I see the White Crowned Sparrows appearing in my backyard and at the Nature Center. They can be seen busily double scratching the ground to turn up seeds. A backwards scratch to…
Looking to add a new bird feeder to your backyard bird feeding program? Wild Bird Habitat has published the “7 BASIC BACKYARD BIRD FEEDERS” that will help you select your next wild bird feeder plus; recommended wild bird feed to use, and what birds prefer each type of feeder. Hopper Bird Feeders Hopper bird feeders…
Wild Bird Habitat Store’s Raise Over $5500.00 to “Help Save The Eagles” Raptor Recovery Nebraska is struggling to pay for the care of nine eagles, including three bald eagles that are suffering from lead poisoning and need special medication …read more here
The Red-headed Woodpecker is one of the most striking birds of the woodpecker family. They sport a bright crimson head with feathers so fine it has the appearance of velour. The back is black with the upper wing and balance pure white. Juvenile birds however are difficult to identify. The head and upper back are…