Monthly Archives: March 2012

World Sparrow Day

On March 20th, national and international organizations, NGOs, clubs, reserves, universities and individuals around the world will partake in awareness programs and festivities to celebrate the 3rd annual World Sparrow Day (WSD). While many avid bird feeders may find this hard … Continue reading


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Beak of the Week: House Sparrow

In honor of World Sparrow Day 2012, we bring you the House Sparrow! A male House Sparrow enjoying a wiggly snack! Common Name: House Sparrow Latin Name:  Passer domesticus Range: Found year-round throughout the Southeast and southern Midwest regions of the United … Continue reading


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Beak of the Week: California Condor

Since February’s Beak of the Weeks celebrated some amazing backyard feeder birds in honor of National Bird Feeding Month, I thought I would highlight a foreign feathered friend this week.  However, as luck would have it, within three days, I … Continue reading


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Beak of the Week: Bananaquit

For all of you lucky spring breakers headed to the clear waters, white sands, and warm temperatures of the Caribbean, keep your eyes peeled for this vivacious black, white and yellow bird, sure to rival the colorful tropical sun with … Continue reading


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