Helping You Learn More About Birdwatching
As adult birds it can be quite easy to distinguish a golden eagle from a bald eagle. However, the difficulty arises when you see a juvenile bird that hasn’t fully developed its adult markings. This can take up to 5 years for both species. As adults, bald eagles have a […]
Since being on the endangered list back in the 1970s, bald eagles have made an amazing comeback and numbers are increasing year by year. You might be wondering how bald eagles reproduce and what their life cycle is like. Bald eagles are monogamous. This means that they have the same […]
The bald eagle was chosen as America’s national emblem back in 1782. It symbolizes courage, strength and freedom. The symbol is depicted on both US currency and other official documents such as passports. But, you might be wondering where bald eagles actually live. Bald eagles live in north America. They […]
We know that eagles are large powerful birds of prey that rule the skies. They can fly higher than most other birds, see long distances with their amazing eyesight and swoop down to pick up potential prey at fast speeds. But, have you ever wondered how strong an eagle is? […]
Most of us get a thrill when we see an eagle soaring high in the sky above. These majestic birds are a delight to watch and can be found all around the world. In fact, there are around 59 species of eagles found in different parts of the world. But, […]
Bald eagles are found all over north America and Canada with a large population in Alaska. But, have you ever wondered whether bald eagles migrate? The simple answers is some do and some don’t. If bald eagles live in an area where there is plenty of food and water available […]
There’s a lot of controversy around windmills and wind farms when it comes how much damage they cause to the bird population. On the one hand, wind turbines do kill a number of birds each year but on the other hand, they produce clean energy and reduce the use of […]
Birds are warm-blooded animals just like humans. Generally, their bodies maintain a fairly constant temperature of around 105 degrees Fahrenheit. But, you might be wondering whether birds get cold. Just like humans, birds do feel the cold. This means that they have to use various methods to regulate their body […]
Whether in the wild or in an aviary, birds are not immune from certain pests and diseases just like any other animal. But, can birds get fleas? Absolutely. Both wild and pet birds can carry fleas, ticks and other kinds of parasites. Birds in the wild will try and control […]
We all love having different birds visiting our garden. We enjoy watching them flitting around and listening to their varied songs. But, what about when you’re trying to establish a new lawn area? How do you keep the birds from eating your grass seed? Luckily, there are various things you […]
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