The term waterfowl is used to describe any member of the order Anseriformes. A series of articles describes all the waterfowl. This specific article describes the “dabbling ducks” which belong to family Anatidae, subfamily Anatinae...
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The southwestern state of Kentucky is home to some stellar birding shrines. From the wildlife refuges in the northwest to the Cumberland Plateau and Appalachians in the east, the Bluegrass State boasts a diversity of landscapes, providing habitat...
From the Appalachian Mountains to the coastline, the vast state of Virginia offers a diversity of environments that supports an abundance of bird species. Hotspots include the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, Shenandoah National Park, and...
The Sunshine State is a haven for wildlife, boasting some of the most iconic wilderness areas of North America. From the Florida Keys to the Everglades, Florida is a nature lover’s paradise. And between the forests, grasslands, wetlands, islands...
Located at the heart of the Great Lakes and with more than half of the state forested, Michigan is a hotspot for a wide variety of bird species. The Wolverine State also falls within the wintering grounds of many northern species. Some of the best...
The cuckoo family Cuculidae contains six subfamilies. The first three listed below are found in the New world, while the remaining three are found in the Old World.
Montana is known for its arid grasslands, sprawling prairies, and mountains providing habitat for over 250 species of birds. The state’s wildlife refuges and nature trails offer enthusiasts an array of options for birding. Some good hotspots include...
The Empire State is known for many things, but not so much for its birdlife. Interestingly, many species thrive in New York. Most of the birding hotspots lie in the forested regions up north and around the Great Lakes, but even New York City has an...
To take your camera with you and keep your photographic equipment protected, well organized and close at hand, here is the up-to-date list of the best photo backpacks to buy right now. The camera bag allows us to carry our equipment safely when we...
We’d like to review the benefits and drawbacks of using a spotting scope compared to using binoculars. The most obvious difference between the two instruments is that the spotting scope consists of a single objective or scope, while the binoculars...