With the exception of the Goldfinches, Cedar Waxwings and Mourning Doves which are common late nesting birds, the songbird nesting season is all but over. Goldfinches and Cedar Waxwings are late nesting waiting for a crop of natural foods to develop to feed their young. Goldfinch for example do not feed their young any insects…
What is International Migratory Bird Day Started in 1993, International Migratory Bird Day is celebrated annually on the second Saturday of May. It is a chance for conservationists, natural resource agencies, families and individuals to celebrate birds and bird migration. Nebraska International Migratory Bird Month Why does Nebraska have a Bird Month? Realizing that not…
Winter is far from over. And as the natural food sources for birds become increasingly scarce or covered by snow, the bird feeders will continue to draw more visitors. Recent snows to our north may drive more birds into our area, and new ones can arrive at anytime. Keep vigilant about new birds at the…
In version 7 you will find (Click on Titles) 985 Birds of North America 6,504 Photos 1,499 Songs 552 Videos 700 Quizzes 985 Range Maps The Birder’s Handbook as well as Field Guide Identification Wizard Sightings and Life List Reports View Just Birds of Your Area Side-by-side Comparisons Custom Lists View Similar Birds Internet Reference Sites My…
December is the month for the annual Christmas Bird Count. Now in its 115th year, it is fun and adventurous. There are always a number of rare or unusual birds that are sighted. If you can participate in the field, it can be rewarding. If not, perhaps you will watch your feeders on count day…
Fun Facts About Snow Buntings The male Snow Bunting returns to its high Arctic breeding grounds in early April, when temperatures can still dip as low as -30° C (-22° F) and snow still covers most of the ground. The female does not return until four to six weeks later. Early arriving Snow Bunting males set up and…
Lincoln, NE – 12/20/14 – Contact Michelle Johnson at or Josef Kren at Omaha, NE – 12/20/2014 – Contact Betty Grenon at Seward, NE & Branched Oak – 12/14/2014 – contact Joe Gubanyi at 402-643-7316 or Desoto Bend – 1/3/2015 – Contact Jer Toll at 402-312-1635 or Norfolk, NE –…
Song Sparrow – A rich, russet-and-gray bird with bold streaks down its white chest, the Song Sparrow is one of the most familiar North American sparrows. Don’t let the bewildering variety of regional differences this bird shows across North America deter you: it’s one of the first species you should suspect if you see…