Donald Bergeson 
Blue-colored birds are becoming increasingly popular among bird watchers and amateurs alike, along with purple and green ones. Blue is not just a color on the spectrum of light that strikes our eyes, but it also stimulates certain sensations on our retina which then triggers reactions in our brain. Blue feathers have been known to …
The world of birds is an amazing place. It’s home to more than 10,000 species that are identifiable by their colorful feathers, size or behavior. While many people think that all birds have short beaks, there are some that can grow up to three feet long. Read on for some information about 7 beautiful birds …
Did you know that Florida is one of the best states for birdwatching? The state has a variety of birds to offer, including hummingbirds. Hummingbirds are amazing creatures with little wings that flap really fast and they can fly backwards or upside down. Hummingbirds can be found all over North America with 16 species occurring …
Birds are really fascinating creatures. They’re the only winged animals on the planet. They can fly, hop, or stroll to their destination. They produce distinct vocalizations and tweets that no other animal does. It’s only natural to be interested in these lovely birds’ lives. So in this article you will learn new things about eggs …
The life of a woodpecker is one that many birders and naturalists want to know more about. The woodpeckers in the US can be separated into 3 main categories: typical, wrynecks, and downy woodpeckers. These types of birds all have different habits and habitats but they are very similar in appearance to each other. In …
Have you ever been out at night and heard an owl hoot? You may wonder why they do this. Well, most owls are nocturnal animals that hunt during the night. When out at night owls use a kind of warbling or whistling sound, which is what we often refer to as an owl hoot. In …
Owls are pretty mysterious animals. They belong to the family of birds known as Strigidae, which includes about 200 species of mostly nocturnal birds that can be found on all continents except Antarctica. If you are an avid bird watcher, you probably know owls are not the most social of birds. However, there is still …
If you’ve ever watched a woodpecker work its way around a tree trunk or branch, tapping here and there as it hunts for insects hiding beneath the bark, you may have wondered, “What do woodpeckers eat?” The answer depends on the species of woodpecker and its location. In this article, we’ll take a closer look …
If you’re like me, then you love birds. I think they are the most beautiful creatures on earth. But have you ever wondered what the ugliest birds in the world look like? Well, you’re about to find out. In this blog post, we’ll take a quick look at some of the more interesting and lesser-known …
Purple is the color of royalty and there are many types of birds out there sporting this color. Purple birds are fascinating creatures that can be found all around the world and have unique qualities about them, from being able to live in extreme environments to how rarely spotted they are. They are so beautiful …
