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Beak of the Week: Elegant Trogon
On Saturday, Cinco de Mayo celebrations will occur with friends, feasts and fiestas! Happy Cinco de Mayo!!! Originally observed regionally in Mexico to commemorate the victory of Mexican forces over the French army at The Battle of Puebla in 1862, … Continue reading
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A Hungry Osprey Goes Fishing
I’ll never forget the first time I caught a halibut. It was one of my proudest moments. My father woke me up at 4:30 am to go to the fish market. We stocked up on some blood worms, sardines, and … Continue reading
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Beak of the Week: Greater Flamingo
The ability to fly will always remain one of the most fascinating things about birds—especially when you examine that of a Greater Flamingo! A Greater Flamingo in flight Even though the bird requires a running start in order to become … Continue reading
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Beak of the Week: Common Ostrich
Whether you gathered with friends and family around your seder plate or celebrated Easter Sunday with your loved ones, the egg was most likely a part of your traditional holiday weekend. Here, learn about a very large egg, and the … Continue reading
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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: 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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Beak of the Week: Northern Cardinal
A Pair of Northern Cardinals This week, Valentine’s Day coincides with the ongoing celebration of National Bird Feeding Month. And, what better way to celebrate the two than featuring the Northern Cardinal as this week’s Beak of the Week? Not … Continue reading
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Beak of the Week: Common Yellowthroat
This brilliantly colored songbird is a perfect example of why birding can be so exciting! While out birding in Southern California a few weeks ago, Danielle, Jonathan, and I spotted this vibrant beauty. A Common Yellowthroat When I see a … Continue reading
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Beak of the Week: Snowy Owl
Happy New Year, Everyone! As tradition has it, now is the time to make some resolutions. And, at year’s end, when Danielle and I began to discuss our gratitude for lessons learned and appreciation for all things good, we decided … Continue reading
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