Though they are presently the only species in the genus Passerculus, there are many different kinds of Savannah Sparrows! Depending on which…
Let me start out by saying that Golden-crowned Sparrows are my favorite sparrows. I do most of my birding during…
Buffleheads are small ducks (in fact they are the smallest sea duck in North America), although the bold, black and…
Who doesn’t love chickadees? They are curious, bold, cute, vivacious, and just generally cheering. They are particularly engaging when hanging…
There are only a few birds that I can identify by ear, but Sandhill Cranes are at the top of…
I really enjoy finding Hooded Mergansers, but I don’t personally have much to say about them. So instead I’ll just…
Have you ever seen the ring on the neck of a Ring-necked Duck? I don’t recall ever seeing it, but…
I love these little birds, but I have struggled mightily to get decent photos of these frenetic little creatures. Finally,…
John Muir, Father of the modern conservation movement, and a man acquainted with most of the feathered species which could…
This is a large (12” tall) brown (with black barring and speckles) woodpecker of forest edges and openings, with a…