Wildlife and People Need Dark Skies Light pollution – or too much artificial light where it is not wanted or needed – can affect our health, the environment, wildlife, and our opportunity to find awe in our natural night sky. For many wild animals, shifting natural light triggers when to sleep, eat, migrate, hunt, and [...]
The interest in birding/bird watching, bird photography, and being out in nature has increased over the past few years. As far as observing nature and having a growing appreciation for it, this is amazing. The more people that care about nature, the better; however, there are a couple of things to keep in mind while [...]
Should you use phone apps while birding? I mean, you might have a phone with you, so you might as well give it a try! Want to know where to start? When I first started birding, I received several laminated area-specific field guides. I later bought books about regions (and still do!) because I enjoy [...]
Birding is on the rise during the pandemic. Here are eight ways to get in on the action in Colorado.
Although they can be seen year round, your best opportunity for viewing Bald Eagles in Colorado occurs from October to March when as many as 1200 birds spend the winter here.
People unacquainted with birding might be surprised to see pelicans in the arid and semi arid Western states. The most familiar Brown Pelican of the Gulf Coast dives for its food in salt water and most often comes to mind when pelicans are mentioned. But the American White Pelican is quite different and a wonderful surprise on the reservoirs and lakes of Colorado.
Many beginning and even intermediate birders think that identifying warblers should be left to the experts. Don’t let yourself be intimidated by these lively little visitors. Identifying warblers need not be a daunting task.
