Anne Hay
Vultures: Fallacies and Truths
Charles Darwin was certainly not impressed with Turkey Vultures when he first saw them. He noted, “These disgusting birds, with their bald,…
Eagle Size, Taxonomy, and Exceptions
When people think of eagles, they generally think of a large bird. If asked, “what makes an eagle different from a hawk?”…
Adaptations For the Speedy Life Style of Peregrine Falcons
How Speedy is a Peregrine? Peregrine Falcons are speedy birds that are popular with bird watchers and falconers all over the world….
The Basics of Bird Migration Part II-Travel Direction, Navigation, Flyways, and Dangers
Click here to read part 1 When thinking of bird migration, many people think of flocks of geese moving in their typical…
The Basics of Bird Migration Part I-Knowing When, Grouping, and How They Prepare
Migration can be one of the most dangerous times in a bird’s life, yet it is intended to improve their long term…
Nest Protection and Defense
In early Spring through the beginning of summer many birds are either incubating eggs or busy feeding hungry hatchlings. During this time,…