BWD Magazine – Page 47

Your Questions Answered: Interesting Bird Facts

Why do woodpeckers peck on trees? How do owls see at night? How long does a bird live? A good […]

How do birds fly? How fast do they fly? And where do birds sleep? These are all good questions, and

The challenge of identifying birds is one of the best parts of bird watching. It can seem difficult and frustrating,

Join a Bird Club! Joining a club is one of the best ways to get plugged in to the world

Anyone can see a bird. Just go outside and look around. No matter where you are you should see birds.

Choosing your binoculars Every birder needs binoculars. If you’re lucky you might be able to borrow some binoculars from someone

The first step towards becoming a birder is getting your hands on a good field guide. A field guide is

Length: 5.25 inches Wingspan: 9 inches Look for The smallest of our red finches (5 inches long), the common redpoll

Look For The bright canary-yellow and black plumage of the breeding male American goldfinch has earned this species the nickname

Look For The striking male evening grosbeak is a large, mustard-yellow finch with a big pale bill and a gold

Look For This streaky brown finch has a narrow, fine-tipped bill and shows yellow flashes in the wings and tail

Look For The adult male has a crown that is brighter red than the rest of its head and neck,