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12 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Illinois
Not only does Illinois have many year-round residents, but it also gets an influx of visitors during the winter, especially…
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29 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Maryland
While Maryland has many resident birds that can be seen all year, others only make their home in the state…
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Meet the Resilient Birds That Call Minnesota Home During Winter
Minnesotans are fortunate to experience a variety of over 200 bird species throughout the year. Many of these birds brave…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Kentucky
The official state bird of Kentucky is the Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis). Kentucky declared the “native redbird, commonly known as…
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Male vs. Female Macaws: 4 Key Differences
Macaws are large Neotropical parrots spread across a half dozen different genera (Anodorhynchus, Ara, Cyanopsitta, Diopsittaca, Primolius, and Orthopsittaca). There…
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Are There Penguins Roaming Alaska?
Penguins aren't roaming Alaska. They live in the Southern Hemisphere. These adorable flightless aquatic birds have a story to tell.
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13 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Pennsylvania
While Pennsylvania has many year-round resident birds, others only make their home in the state for part of the year.…
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Where Do Yellow Finches Nest?
When people think of yellow finches in the United States, they typically picture the American goldfinch. This beautiful, bright yellow…
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Male vs. Female Lovebirds: 5 Key Differences
Lovebirds are any of nine living parrot species in the genus Agapornis, all native to Africa, and their many domesticated…
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The Big List of 61 Blue Birds
The world is full of blue-feathered birds. However, all those beautiful blues seen in bird feathers are not biological pigments,…
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The Top 8 Reasons You Should Never Install Bird Feeders in Your Yard
Bird feeders offer us the chance to help feed our feathered friends while enjoying their fun and playful natures. Unfortunately,…
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Male vs. Female Penguins: 5 Key Differences
While in many bird species, it is easy to tell males and females apart thanks to sexual dimorphism, Penguins (Spheniscidae)…
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9 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Arizona
Bird lovers rejoice! You don’t have to wait until summer to spend your days or evenings bird watching. Plenty of…
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Discover the 16 Most Colorful Birds of Costa Rica
Central America is home to an abundance of colorful birds, including those that make their home in Costa Rica. Why…
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20 Birds That Spend Their Winters in Washington
Food availability is the primary reason birds leave their homes during the winter. Many northern regions don’t have flying insects…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Colorado
The official state bird of Colorado is the Lark Bunting (Calamospiza melanocorys). The Colorado legislature designated the lark bunting as the…
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Black Crowned Crane vs. Grey Crowned Crane: What Are The Differences?
There are two species of African crowned cranes (Balearica spp.), each further divided into two subspecies: These two closely related…
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The 5 Most Common Parrots in Florida: ID Guide and Where to Spot Them
Florida is like any other place in the United States, featuring year-long sunshine, white-sand beaches, and vibrant wildlife. Considered the…
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Discover the Amazing Colors of the Various Types of Penguins
Penguins (Spheniscidae) are famous for their black and white plumage, a classic example of countershading camouflage. But where do these…
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How Smart Are Parrots? Everything We Know About Their Intelligence
Parrots have a well-deserved reputation for being one of the smartest species of animals. These birds routinely exhibit intelligent traits…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Hawaii
Hawaii named the Nēnē aka Hawaiian Goose (Branta sandvicensis) its official state bird in 1957. It is the world’s rarest…
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Male vs. Female Cockatoos: 5 Key Differences
The Cockatoo family (Cacatuidae) includes 21 species of crested parrots mainly native to Australasia. They are unique amongst the parrot…
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8 Wild Facts About the Swallow-Tailed Gull
When you think of a gull, you probably picture a white and grey bird scarfing down French fries at the…
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Discover the 5 Official State Animals of South Dakota
Like every other state, South Dakota has named several official state symbols. Among these are five different animals, each with…
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Discover 4 Things Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds Eat
Hummingbirds have the highest metabolic rates among vertebrates and require a specialized diet to meet their extraordinary energy needs. The…
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How Fast Can an Ostrich Run? Discover Its Top Speed and Where It Ranks in the Animal Kingdom
Ostriches (Struthio spp.) may not be able to fly, but that hasn’t stopped them from holding several records in the…
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Discover 12 Types of Owls in Ohio (From Rarest to Most Common)
Ohio has extremely diverse habitats and landscapes. The state is home to many different species, including a fascinating array of…
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Birds with Red Beaks: 20 Species with This Unique Marking
Birds come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, each species completely unique and beautiful in its own way. If you…
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11 Ways to Keep Wildlife Out of Your House
No one wants a noisy, messy roommate. But sometimes, you don’t have much say in the matter — particularly if…
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The Best Tips for Training Your Pet Parakeet
Parakeets (family Psittacidae) are small to medium-sized, long-tailed, seed-eating parrots with over 100 recognized species. They are known for their…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Alabama
Many of the states in the United States will choose different symbols, plants, and animals to represent the state. Among…
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The Top 3 Largest Eagles Found in Canada Are Majestic Creatures
Canada is home to two large native eagle species. In addition, a third, even larger vagrant species has been flying…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Minnesota
The official state bird of Minnesota is the common loon (Gavia immer). The state legislature adopted this bird as an…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Oklahoma
The official state bird of Oklahoma is the scissor-tailed flycatcher (Tyrannus forficatus). It was designated the state bird under House…
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Are Hummingbirds Smart? Everything We Know About Their Intelligence
Hummingbirds are fascinating little pollinators. They are the lightest American bird with the fastest wings and heartbeats. Their jewel-toned coloring makes…
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Where Do Northern Mockingbirds Nest?
The Northern mockingbird (Mimus polyglottos, meaning “many-tongued mimic”) is a well-known species throughout much of the United States. This popular…
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Discover 24 Amazing Birds That Start With Z
There are at least two dozen birds from all around the world whose common names start with the last and…
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5 Colors Of Owls (Most Common to Rarest)
Owls are any of the 248 bird species in the Strigiformes order. Within this order, the larger Strigidae family contains…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Maine
What is the official state bird of Maine? The answer is not quite as simple as it should be. While…
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Vultures in North Carolina: Types and How to Identify Each
Have you ever been on a highway and seen a large bird soaring above you? Chances are, you’ve just seen…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Indiana
The official Indiana state bird is the Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis). Indiana declared the northern cardinal its official state bird…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Are Set to Flee South Dakota
Hummingbirds are relatively rare in the state of South Dakota. There are only two native species that each breed in…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Are Set to Flee Iowa
Did you know Iowa only has one truly native hummingbird species? That’s right, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) calls…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Leave New Hampshire (and Where They Go)
Did you know New Hampshire only has one truly native hummingbird species? That’s right, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Leave Michigan (and Where They Go)
Did you know Michigan only has one truly native hummingbird species? That’s right, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) calls…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Are Set to Flee Rhode Island
Did you know Rhode Island only has one truly native hummingbird species? That’s right, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Are Set to Flee Connecticut (and Where They Go)
Did you know Connecticut only has one truly native hummingbird species? That’s right, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) calls…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Leave North Dakota
Did you know North Dakota only has one truly native hummingbird species? That’s right, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)…
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Parrot Colors: Most Common to Rarest
Parrots (order Psittaciformes) are one of the most colorful groups of birds — and of all animals! — on the…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Leave Delaware
Did you know Delaware only has one truly native hummingbird species? That’s right, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) calls…