Many birds eat insects, but few make bees the foundational part of their diet. A handful of songbirds in North America regularly consumes bees. Others incorporate bees as a part of their insect diet. These birds use various methods of catching the bees to avoid being stung. Some of them rub the bee along a […]
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Woodpeckers are interesting birds to watch. Their unique adaptation to be able to drill into trees at high speed without injuring themselves is quite unique! In this article we’ll take a look at the 6 species of woodpeckers in Nebraska, and give a little information about where and when you might be able to spot […]
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Woodpeckers are beautiful and unique birds. Whether you hear them drumming on trees or find them excavating holes in tree trunks, chances are you’ve run into them while walking in the woods. You’ll find 8 species of woodpeckers in Vermont. In this article we’ll learn about each species and when you can find them in […]
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The combination of black and red is fairly common in the bird world, especially in woodpeckers. However if you want to narrow that down to black birds with red wings, there is really only one bird in the U.S. and Canada that makes the list. The red-winged blackbird. Black Birds With Red Wings While there […]
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Many people view owls with mystery and wonder. The fact that most of us never see them due to their camouflage and nocturnal habits makes them all the more fascinating. It can also lead you to wonder just how many different kinds of owls can be found where I live? In this article we will […]
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Lakes can provide great bird habitat for those that love the water. They can provide aquatic vegetation, fish, crustaceans and many other food sources. Lakeshores are also great places to nest and hide among tall reeds and sedges. Some of these lake birds have special adaptations that enable them to dive beneath the water’s surface […]
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Although they stay out of sight in the treetops, you can hear the beautiful songs of the rose-breasted grosbeak during the North American spring and summer. These common birds in wooded habitats have a striking appearance and are a sight to see, whether you’re an amateur or professional birdwatcher. Read on to learn more about […]
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Falcons are birds of prey, but separate from eagles, kites, and hawks. Unlike these other raptors, falcons kill their prey with their beaks rather than their talons. They are also usually faster, and have longer and more slender wings compared to hawks. There are 7 species of falcons that regularly visit the United States, but […]
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Often confused with Cooper’s Hawks, the diminutive Sharp-shinned Hawk is similar in many ways to it’s larger cousin, but it’s harder to observe and has more secretive habits. They are also often seen stalking bird feeders since their primary diet consists of other birds. Here are 15 interesting facts about Sharp-shinned Hawks. Facts about Sharp-shinned […]
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Woodpeckers are a fun group of birds to watch. Their unique adaptation to be able to drill into trees at high speed without injuring themselves is quite unique! In this article we’ll take a look at 9 species of woodpeckers in South Dakota, and give a little information about where and when you might be […]
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