Raeesah Habib

Raeesah Habib is a South African conservationist and freelance writer. She completed a diploma in nature conservation in 2016 through the University of South Africa (UNISA). During her internship, she spent a year working with wattled cranes on the Wattled Crane Recovery Programme (WCRP).

The program aims to prevent the local extinction of the wattled crane in Southern Africa through the release of captive-reared individuals into critically endangered wild populations across the country. During her time at the research facility, she was also responsible for the general monitoring and husbandry of other magnificent species, including blue cranes and secretary birds.

Following her internship, she was fortunate to have worked in some spectacular wilderness areas across the country, including the Cradle of Humankind, the Kruger National Park, and the northern Zululand. As a wildlife monitor, her responsibilities included conducting bird point counts. Birds surveys are a useful means to collect data on the avian populations in an area. The data helps researchers gain an understanding of population trends and ecosystem health.

When not in the field, Rae enjoys writing to share her passion, knowledge, and experiences with others.

Owls of Virginia

The 8 Owl Types Of Virginia And Where To Find Them

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...

Owls of Florida

The Owls Of Florida – 8 Species To Look Out For

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...

Owls of Michigan

The 11 Owl Types Of Michigan And Where To Find Them

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...

Hawks of New York

The 8 Hawk Types Of New York And Where To Find Them

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...

Finches of Michigan

The 10 Finches Of Michigan And Where To Find Them

Surrounded by four out of five of the great lakes, Michigan’s extensive freshwater shoreline and vast expanse of forested areas provide a range of ideal habitats for a wide variety of birds. And its location south of the boreal region allows for...

The owls of Arizona

The 13 Owls Of Arizona

The picturesque state of Arizona is a haven for birdlife, particularly in the southeast which features some of the best birding sites in the world. Although it is one of the mountain states, Arizona boasts a diverse environment and a wide range of...

Woodpeckers of Ohio

Woodpeckers Of Ohio – From Common To Rare

The buckeye state boasts an incredibly diverse landscape and a wide range of habitats for birds. The vast open fields, marshes, wetlands, lakes, woodlands, and forests makes for a birding wonderland. Ohio is one of the best places to see birds year...

Goldcrest

The Goldcrest – King Of The Birds

Awarded the title “king of the birds” based on an old folktale, this tiny bird is a member of the kinglet family. Goldcrests are native to Europe and Asia. There are fourteen recognized subspecies, spanning continental Eurasia and the Macronesian...