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Eagles in Alabama: ID, Distribution, and Key Viewing Spots

Raeesah Habib — Wed, 06 May 2026 09:24:47 +0000

Alabama supports two regularly occurring eagle species, each associated with different habitats and seasonal patterns across the state. The Bald Eagle is the more widespread and regularly observed species, occurring near large rivers, reservoirs, lakes, wetlands, and coastal waterways throughout the year, with the largest concentrations forming during winter. The Golden Eagle is far less […]

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9 Owls in North Carolina: Common Natives and Rare Species

Jacob Irgens-Møller Nielsen — Wed, 06 May 2026 03:54:38 +0000

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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12 Herons in California: Identification, Habitats, and Seasons

Raeesah Habib — Tue, 05 May 2026 05:51:54 +0000

California supports a diverse group of herons found across a wide range of wetland habitats, from coastal estuaries and tidal lagoons to inland marshes, rivers, and agricultural landscapes. These species range from large, familiar waders that are present year-round to secretive marsh specialists and rare coastal visitors that appear only seasonally or irregularly. This guide […]

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16 Yellow Birds in North Carolina (with Pictures for Easy ID)

Raeesah Habib — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:46:10 +0000

North Carolina supports a diverse range of yellow birds across its varied landscapes, from familiar backyard species such as goldfinches and orioles to meadowlarks of open farmland and warblers moving through forests, thickets, and wetlands during migration and the breeding season. Some species show bright, uniform yellow plumage, while others display softer yellow tones or […]

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10 Woodpeckers in Nova Scotia: ID and Seasonality

Raeesah Habib — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:02:42 +0000

Nova Scotia supports a small but well-defined group of woodpeckers, with 10 species recorded across the province’s forests, wetlands, and open landscapes. These include a core group of common resident species found year-round, along with seasonal migrants and a handful of rare or irregular visitors that occur far outside their typical ranges. This guide outlines […]

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10 Owls in Florida: Regular Species and Rare Visitors

Raeesah Habib — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:59:17 +0000

Florida supports a diverse group of owls, with 10 species documented across the state’s varied landscapes, from forests and wetlands to open habitats. However, only a core group occurs regularly: five year-round resident owls and one additional species that appears as a consistent winter visitor. The remaining owls are encountered only irregularly or as rare […]

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11 Blue Birds in Kentucky (with Pictures for Easy ID)

Raeesah Habib — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:49:23 +0000

Kentucky supports a diverse group of blue birds found across a wide range of habitats, from open farmland and suburban neighborhoods to river corridors, forest edges, wetlands, and mature woodlands. These include familiar species such as the “true” bluebirds of the genus Sialia, alongside jays, swallows, kingfishers, and smaller songbirds whose blue tones range from […]

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10 Finches in Ohio: Common Residents and Rare Visitors

Raeesah Habib — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:08:11 +0000

Ohio supports a diverse mix of finches, ranging from common backyard species to highly unpredictable visitors from the north. Many are closely tied to seed-rich habitats such as fields, gardens, and feeders, while others appear only during irregular winter movements driven by changing food supplies. This guide highlights the finches most likely to be encountered […]

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4 Loons in Minnesota: Identification and Seasonal Patterns

Raeesah Habib — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:31:22 +0000

Minnesota supports four of North America’s five loon species, all of which have been documented in the state in recent years, though with very different levels of regularity. The Common Loon is the only widespread and regularly occurring species, breeding across the northern lake regions and serving as the state’s characteristic loon. In contrast, Red-throated […]

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8 Red Birds in Ontario (with Pictures for Easy ID)

Raeesah Habib — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:13:56 +0000

Ontario supports a diverse group of red birds found across a wide range of habitats, from urban neighborhoods and backyard feeders to mature forests and the vast boreal region. These include familiar species such as the Northern Cardinal seen year-round in southern Ontario, alongside finches that bring red tones to feeders in winter and migratory […]

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