The Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) and the Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) can be confusing species for eastern bird watchers to identify. The ranges of these species do not overlap much, and birds are quite rare any distance outside of their mapped range. For many people, a quick look at a range map will show which […]
The Designer Challenges at Pixel Scrapper are so much fun. For this one, Marisa asked us to create add-on mini kits for her pet bundle. She did puppies and kitties to get us started, and we could call dibs on any other pets we could think of for our mini kits. Here are Marisa's kits…
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If you see your neighbors standing in their backyards and counting birds from February 14-17, don’t be alarmed. They’re probably participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count! Bird watching is a great hobby that can be enjoyed by all ages, and doesn’t require fancy equipment. There are many terrific children’s books about birds and bird watching; these are my favorites. (image taken from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt site) Peterson Field Guides for Young Naturalists is a great series for young ornithologists. Featuring common backyard birds such as robins, jays, woodpeckers, and crows, Backyard Birds informs readers of each bird’s physical characteristics, habitat, preferred food, and calls. “Did You Know?” tidbits include intriguing facts about each type. (image taken from Macmillan site) Birds have different calls for different situations: attracting a mate, calling offspring, and for situations in which they feel threatened. Lita Judge humorously explores bird calls in...
Whether you’re a beginning birder or a seasoned expert, identifying the birds who visit your backyard can sometimes be a challenge. This quick guide-at-a-glance can help you identify the most common backyard birds. Then, take a deep dive into each one to learn more about their distinctive features, how to attract them,
Watching birds in your own backyard, or outdoor play space, is a fun and easy way to engage preschoolers in learning to make observations. Provide a hands-on experience with these tips, resources, and photos to inspire the creation of your own bird watchi
Yellow Warbler
Grab any pair of binoculars and head out to your backyard or a nearby park. These birds are common in the San Fernando Valley. If you’re new to birding and →
Your guide to selecting the types of birds you'd for your flock including egg-layers, meat birds or show stock.
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We are so excited to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count! The event's tagline is "connect to birds, to nature, and with each other" which sounds perfect for my crew! How cute that this takes place near Valentine's Day for all of the "love bird" themes! ;) Put simply, this is a time to become a "citizen scientist" and tally/record/report the bird species that you spot during a specified period of time (more on that below). Bird counts began in the early 1900s in response to the annual tradition of that time to hold bird hunting parties at Christmastime. We first learned about the Great Backyard Bird Count after missing the deadline to sign up for the Christmas Bird Count. Just as well, though, since that count seems a tad more intense, especially for beginners. (I was pretty intimidated by the registration process alone!) The Great Backyard Bird Count is much more novice friendly, but still lots of fun! You can check out the official website here for all the details. Anyone can participate by simply watching birds for 15 minutes or more, at least once during the four days of the count: Feb 16-19, 2024. You then log your bird sightings either using the apps listed on the website, or using your browser. It's free to participate. There are so many beautiful resources to learn about birds! Below are a few of our favorites. This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn a small commission for eligible purchases (at no extra cost to you). Bird Counts and Becoming a Citizen Scientist Beginning Bird Watching Inspiration Refining Your Skills Just For Fun These are so smart- cute little plush birds that sing authentic bird calls provided by the Cornell lab of Ornithology’s bird recording archives! We've gradually added to our collection, and these little guys have taught us to train our ears for these bird calls! There are many varieties to choose from based on what's in your backyard or what you'd like to learn, and affordable! (Usually around $8) I'd love to hear if you participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count, or a lowkey birdwatching adventure of your own making! Connect with me in the comments below or on my Instagram or Facebook accounts.
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Central Florida Backyard Bird Identification made easy with pictures and descriptions of year-round residents as well as visiting migrants.
Discover the favorite bird seeds of various backyard birds and the best feeders to use. Attract cardinals, goldfinches, chickadees, and more with targeted seed choices.
A free printable backyard bird bingo game to play with kids of all ages. Identify common backyard birds while playing bingo. PDF downloadable
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Counting birds with kids has never been easier with this free printable. Get your children and students engaged in wildlife education by participating in winter bird watching.
Want to attract more birds to your backyard? Make upcycled bird feeders from juice containers. Backyard bird watching can be a fun and educational activity for the whole family.
