Do you remember in school when your teacher told you “I before E except after C”? Telling the difference between eagles and falcons can be a lot like that. While there are some generally accepted rules, there are also a large number of exceptions. Just last week, I saw the impressive Black hawk-eagle perched on […]
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To say that my husband and I are very into backyard birding, would be an understatement. We have had various bird feeders, bird baths, and bird fountains in our garden for the past ten years. A few years ago, we decided to count the number of species we saw in 12 months and we totaled
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The collared forest falcon is one of the most dramatic-looking raptors that I have ever had the privilege to see in the wild. They are an extremely elusive species for birders because they hang out primarily in dense forest habitats. Despite their large size, they are also very agile and stealthy hunters. Hence the “ninja”
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The green-breasted mango is a neotropical hummingbird and a particular favorite of mine. Despite their extensive range and relatively large population, they are not a common sight. This is because the green-breasted mango is an explorer! This species of hummingbird is not migratory. However, it is known to travel large distances to scope out new
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