Jacob Irgens-Møller Nielsen https://avibirds.com/author/jacob-irgens/ Discover and Identify Birds Around You Wed, 06 May 2026 03:54:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://avibirds.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cropped-avibirds-icon-32x32.png Jacob Irgens-Møller Nielsen https://avibirds.com/author/jacob-irgens/ 32 32 9 Owls in North Carolina: Common Natives and Rare Species https://avibirds.com/owls-in-north-carolina/ https://avibirds.com/owls-in-north-carolina/#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 03:54:38 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=32413 North Carolina supports a small but varied group of owls found across the state’s forests, wetlands, farmland, coastal marshes, and mountain ridges. Some species, such as the Great Horned Owl and Barred Owl, remain widespread year-round and are regularly heard on quiet evenings, while others occur only in specialized habitats or appear mainly during winter […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/owls-in-north-carolina/feed/ 3 8 Owls in Indiana: Year-Round Residents and Winter Visitors https://avibirds.com/owls-in-indiana/ https://avibirds.com/owls-in-indiana/#respond Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:43:54 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=30344 Indiana supports a small but diverse group of owls, with eight species recorded regularly across the state. These include four resident species – the Eastern Screech-Owl, Barred Owl, Great Horned Owl, and the rare Barn Owl, which occur year-round, along with several others that appear mainly during migration or winter. This guide highlights the identification, […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/owls-in-indiana/feed/ 0 8 Woodpeckers in Alabama (with Pictures and ID Tips) https://avibirds.com/woodpeckers-of-alabama/ https://avibirds.com/woodpeckers-of-alabama/#respond Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:01:42 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=29964 Alabama is home to eight species of woodpeckers, including the familiar red-bellied and downy woodpeckers, the northern flicker – Alabama’s state bird, the huge pileated and striking red-headed, the uncommon hairy woodpecker, the rare red-cockaded, and the yellow-bellied sapsucker that visits the state only in winter. They occur in forests, parks, and wooded neighborhoods across […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/woodpeckers-of-alabama/feed/ 0 Common birds in Georgia (With Pictures) https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-georgia/ https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-georgia/#respond Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:21:24 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=40125 Georgia’s backyards, woodlands, and fields are full of birds that bring life and color to every season. Whether you’re listening to the cheerful calls of a Carolina Chickadee on a winter morning or spotting a bright Northern Cardinal in summer, these familiar species are part of daily life across the state. Some birds, like the […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-georgia/feed/ 0 10 Common birds in Florida (With Pictures) https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-florida/ https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-florida/#respond Mon, 28 Jul 2025 06:16:40 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=40128 Florida is one of the best places in the country to watch birds, with a mix of familiar backyard visitors and striking species you won’t see in many other states. From the noisy Boat-tailed Grackle strutting along parking lots to the Palm Warbler bobbing its tail in winter, these birds bring color and movement to […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-florida/feed/ 0 10 Common birds in Illinois (With Pictures) https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-illinois/ https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-illinois/#respond Thu, 24 Jul 2025 08:15:52 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=40213 Illinois is home to an impressive mix of birds that show up in backyards, city parks, and countryside fields throughout the year. Whether you’re in Chicago or out in the quiet stretches of farmland, you’re likely to spot familiar species going about their lives in every season. From the bright flash of a Northern Cardinal […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-illinois/feed/ 0 11 Yellow birds in Missouri (With Pictures) https://avibirds.com/yellow-birds-in-missouri/ https://avibirds.com/yellow-birds-in-missouri/#respond Mon, 21 Jul 2025 08:24:18 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=40216 Yellow birds are some of the brightest visitors you’ll encounter while birdwatching in Missouri, catching your eye with their vibrant feathers and lively behaviors. From backyard feeders to grassy fields, they’re often easy to spot, especially during spring and summer months. Some, like the cheerful American Goldfinch, are common sights in gardens, fluttering between flowerbeds […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/yellow-birds-in-missouri/feed/ 0 Common birds in Hawaii (With Pictures) https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-hawaii/ https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-hawaii/#respond Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:11:41 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=40097 Hawaii is a place where tropical beauty meets a fascinating mix of birdlife you won’t find anywhere else. While many visitors expect to see only rare native species, much of the everyday birdwatching here involves colorful and lively birds that were introduced over the past century. In parks, neighborhoods, and along the shore, you’ll notice […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-hawaii/feed/ 0 10 Common birds in North Carolina (With Pictures) https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-north-carolina/ https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-north-carolina/#respond Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:11:08 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=40094 North Carolina is home to an impressive variety of birds that bring color and music to every season. From mountain forests to coastal marshes, you’ll find familiar species that have adapted to neighborhoods, parks, and wild places alike. The Northern Cardinal, with its bright red plumage, often stands out among winter branches, while the cheerful […]

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]]> https://avibirds.com/common-birds-in-north-carolina/feed/ 0 Blue birds in Maryland (With Pictures) https://avibirds.com/blue-birds-in-maryland/ https://avibirds.com/blue-birds-in-maryland/#respond Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:28:54 +0000 https://avibirds.com/?p=40131 Maryland is a wonderful place to look for birds that brighten the landscape with shades of blue. Whether you’re walking along a forest trail or sitting near a backyard feeder, you can find everything from the cheerful Eastern Bluebird to the flashy Indigo Bunting. Even the Belted Kingfisher, with its slate-blue back and rattling call, […]

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