Birds and Bugs and Things with Wings
Have you ever looked up at the sky and seen a group of large birds circling around?
You might have just spotted some vultures!
These fascinating birds play a vital role in our ecosystem.
Let’s dive into the world of vultures and discover what they eat, where they live, and why they are so important.
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Have you ever seen a bright red bird in your yard? Chances are, it was a cardinal!
Cardinals are amazing birds. People love to watch them. They are bright and beautiful.
But what do cardinals eat? We will answer that question in this article.
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Ready to dive into the world of cardinals? Let’s go!
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Have you ever stopped to admire the elegant Canadian Geese as they glide across the water or fly in their distinctive V-formation in the sky?
Or maybe you’ve wondered “what do Canadian Geese eat?”
These birds are a symbol of the changing seasons and have become a beloved sight for many nature enthusiasts.
In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of Canadian Geese, exploring their diet, habitat, and how to attract them to your area.
So, join us on this exciting journey, and you might just become a Canadian Geese expert by the end!
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Chickadees are bouncy, energetic little birds that dart rather nervously from branch-to-branch. This somewhat erratic-looking behavior is perfectly normal for a tiny bird that is viewed as a delicacy for a number of predators, including hawks and owls.
The Black-capped chickadee is the most common and the most plentiful of the seven species. They are non-migratory and spend the entire year from New England to points on the West Coast. Their western range takes them all the way to New Mexico and, in the eastern portion of the country, they’re seen from the Appalachian Mountains south to Georgia.
Neither Canada nor Alaska are left out of the loop since the perky little birds also spend time in the lands of shorter summers. [Read more…]
There are dozens of adjectives to describe the American goldfinch and his British counterpart.
Lively. Cheerful. Perky. Energetic. Animated. Athletic. Bouncy. Take your pick or add more. The goldfinch is wonderful to watch, either in the wild or as a back yard resident.
The goldfinch was originally described in 1758 as a small bird from four to six inches long with a 7.5 to 8.7 inch wingspan.
The beak is small, cone-shaped and a pinkish color. The design of the beak makes it perfect for extracting seeds from flower heads, such as sunflowers.
The American goldfinches are songbirds that go through two molts per year, which is very unusual. The pink beak mentioned above turns bright orange during the molting.
Goldfinches are rather drab in the winter, a dull green/brown with little to no colorful ornamentation. That shifts dramatically in the spring, however, when the male must begin concentrating on attracting a lady. The “men” turn into quick-change artists, donning bright yellow feathers, black and white wings and a black cap. That, combined with its melodious song, is definitely enough to turn the girls’ heads. [Read more…]