Reina Esser

Whether you’re a full-time resident of the sunshine state, a seasonal snowbird, or an annual vacationer, you already know that there are many reasons to love Florida. As if we needed another reason to visit, birdwatching is Flordia’s second most popular outdoor activity. That’s pretty impressive considering the number of activities and attractions the large […]

I recently had the pleasure of spending eight weeks driving across the state of Texas in my camper during spring migration. While there, I saw numerous birds for the first time. The Vermilion Flycatcher, Gold-fronted Woodpecker, and Green Heron, to name a few. I also visited multiple state and national parks throughout the Lone Star

Have you ever experienced that quintessential moment when you’re out for a walk or bike ride and hear the loud screeching “kree-aar” of a Red-tailed Hawk? It feels like something out of a movie or television show. Funny enough, this popular call can be heard on TV and in film regularly, but you will rarely see

Whenever I hear that “tonk, tonk, tonk” sound, I break my neck looking up — in and around every single tree. I must find the woodpecker! Whether you’re a lover of the sounds like me or are easily driven mad by the repetitive clunking, learning more about individual species of woodpeckers will improve your birdwatching game

The Harpy Eagle’s name is incredibly fitting since it appears to be nothing short of a mythical creature. Bizarre doesn’t cover it when you scroll through photos of this insanely unique-looking bird. Harpies in Greek mythology are half-bird, half-human creatures that were the hounds of Zeus. They were initially described as beautiful, youthful winged maidens

I was on a hike in the Coconino Nation Forrest in Flagstaff, Arizona, when suddenly, I saw a quick dash of vibrant blue feathers dart through the sky. I knew it wasn’t a Blue Jay, and it looked different than the Eastern Bluebird I’m accustomed to seeing. I used my Audobon identification app to narrow

During my trip to South Llano River State Park in Junction, Texas, back in March, I spent hours enjoying the several bird blinds throughout the park. Each one was beautiful, but there was no shortage of interested bird watchers crammed into them. To get the most out of these lovely blinds, I woke up at

The magic of hummingbirds leaves me speechless whenever I have the privilege of seeing one. I love watching their busy bodies stop by my feeder for a sip of delicious sugar water as they go about what looks like a very busy day. I am from Georgia, where Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are the only species of

Upon any trip to a nearby zoo, chances are you were drawn to an exquisite parrot that looked like your primary color art class project. The thought that this bird exists in nature doesn’t quite cross your mind because you are enamored with its ability to mimic your speech or ask if it knows a

Congratulations! You made it to an article covering one of the most fascinating birds, the Peregrine Falcon. These amazing predatory raptors are best known for being the fastest animal and most widespread raptors globally, but there is so much more to learn! These birds will not leave you unimpressed from their courtship behavior to their killer