Tag: birds
-
A Moment to Lead: An Invitation from the Buffalo Audubon Board of Directors
There are moments in the life of a nonprofit organization when everything begins to accelerate. The mission sharpens.The work expands.The expectations rise. And leadership—true leadership—matters more than ever. Buffalo Audubon is in one of those moments. For more than a century, this organization has stood at the intersection of people, nature, and responsibility. Founded in…
-
Birding for Beginners: How to Start Bird Watching
how to start bird watching: eBird Binoculars Feed Birds Learn About Birds Do’s & Don’ts Group Birding Are you interested in starting birding, but don’t know where to start? Bird watching is as simple as observing a bird around you. So, if you’ve done that recently, then congratulations! You’re officially a birder. As birding continues…
-
Choosing the Best Bird Watching Binoculars for You
There are several factors to consider when selecting the right binoculars for you, namely the specs (magnification power and objective lens), your birding habits, comfort, and budget, among others. In this guide, we’ll cover a range of factors to consider when choosing the right pair, plus where to find binoculars near you if you’re just…
-
How to Use eBird: All About This Mobile Birding App
Did you know there’s an app where you can upload lists of the birds you see, find birding hotspots, and be notified about rare bird sightings near you? Whether you’re a first-time birder or a seasoned pro, there is one app every—and we do mean every—birder should have on their phone or desktop: eBird. Developed…
-
7 Tips for Feeding Birds During Winter
Birds rely on several unique, amazing adaptations and behaviors that help them survive the long, cold winter months—from caching food and puffing out their feathers, to endothermically regulating their body temperature. And while they don’t necessarily require our help to survive the season, seeing as they have done so for millions of years, putting out…
-
Lovebirds, Real Birds & the World Our Kids Are Inheriting
Some years, Valentine’s Day feels easy, sweet, uncomplicated. This year, for a lot of people, it doesn’t. When the world feels hot with anger, louder by the day, and so full of “look at me” noise that even love can feel a little… hollow, it’s fair to ask the question: What actually makes the world…
-
A Christmas Tradition That Counts, Literally
On a cold morning in late December, while most of us are still easing into holiday mode, a different kind of tradition is already underway, binoculars up, ears tuned, notebooks ready. It is the Audubon Christmas Bird Count, now in its 126th year, and it remains one of the longest-running and most meaningful community science…
-
The Broad-billed Hummingbird: A Rare Sighting & An Even Rarer Generosity of Spirit
This past fall, hundreds of birders from New York State, Pennsylvania, and even southern Ontario flocked to Derby, NY for the chance at, potentially, once-in-a-lifetime sight: a Broad-billed Hummingbird. Only the third sighting in New York State’s history, this extremely rare bird was found by local birder Kathy Tucker when it flew into her front…
-
Your Guide to Bird-Friendly Holiday Decorations This Season
It’s that time again. Lights twinkle from behind frosted windows, snow glitters in the sunlight, and trees are donned in red and gold. The holidays are upon us again, and with them, beloved traditions that signify a season of giving, joy, and goodwill. As we decorate trees, bring out wreaths, light candles, and enjoy the…