I have a very hard time finding/spotting small flitty birds when I’m out birding. I would love to be one of those amazing birders who can recognize bird song and know what they are hearing even though they may not be able to spot them. Sure I know the basics in my area such as … More Birding by Ear – A Novice
I completely spaced this week’s early morning bird walk in the Campbell Tract (I was up, just not awake, clearly) so in lieu of that I and a friend went birding at two of our favorite spots in Anchorage after work last night. Potter Marsh and Lake Hood/Lake Spenard (the float-plane/small aircraft airports out by … More Evening birding
We’ve had a number of rarities in the Anchorage area this year: a hawfinch, a house finch, and Saturday, I finally intercepted a birders email discussion early enough to be able to track down the bird! Plus it was big and right in mid-town so really it wasn’t much of a search. So here you … More Rare visitor to Anchorage
It’s sometimes hard to tell the difference between a Raven and a Crow. This short video is a great overview to telling the difference. I love the Crows rock to caw and Ravens just rock. — Jenny
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