Situated in the Midwestern region of the United States, Ohio is known for hosting the “Biggest Week in American Birding”, where the self-proclaimed “Warbler Capital of the World” plays host to many migratory warblers in locations like the famous...
The state of Virginia (VA) encompasses a wide range of habitats, such as coastal wetlands, marshlands, mountain habitats, urban preserves, and islands – stretching from the Appalachian Mountains in the west to the Atlantic coastline in the...
Illinois, the Prairie State, is home to 8 different hawk species, and offers hawk-watching experiences year-round! Hawks are part of a group of birds called “birds of prey” who uses their sharp vision, strong beaks and pointy talons to catch prey in...
Texas is the second largest state in the United States and contains many of the most renowned birding destinations in the country. Located in the southeast and bordering Mexico, Texas comprises a variety of habitats from coastlines to cypress swamps...
The most common brood parasite in North America, the Brown-headed Cowbird, is a relatively small, stocky passerine belonging to the Icteridae family – the blackbird family. This species is sexually dimorphic, but both sexes have a short, thick...
There are many different types of hawks in Florida, some more common than others. It is generally said that 8 species are recognized on the states checklists as native species. Hawks are one of many types of birds of prey, and are predatory animals...
California is the third largest large state of the United States, situated on the west coast. The state has an enormous number of birds, with over 700 species – the largest bird count of any state. The fantastic bird diversity is due to its...
Iowa may be known as a land of agriculture, but the state also holds a variety of natural habitats such as forests, lakes, prairies and wetlands. These habitats attract many bird species, with over 430 species recorded in the state. Amongst the...
The United States is home to 19 different species of owls and due to Wisconsin’s climate and biodiversity, 11 of these species can be found in the state, making it one of the most owl-filled states in the country! The owls found in Wisconsin vary...
Hummingbirds are some of the most interesting birds in the animal kingdom. Even though their eggs are the size of a jelly bean, they can travel thousands of miles every year and fly faster than 60 mph! When most people think of however hummingbirds...