10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 2, 2013

The midwestern and northeastern United States, especially coastal regions and areas along the Great Lakes, is currently experiencing an invasion of Bubo scandiacus. Here in New York State Snowy Owls have been reported in more than ten counties, with most of those counties having birds being seen in multiple locations.

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Owls North Carolina Rhode Island New Hampshire 278

10,000 Birds

APRIL 28, 2015

When birders in the eastern United States see a flash of red up in the canopy or deep inside nearby bushes, more likely than not those crimson feathers belong to the iconic Northern Cardinal. I’m not the only one who appreciates the Northern Cardinal. ” That same sentiment is probably true for us all!

North Carolina 182

North Carolina West Virginia Legislature Virginia 182

10,000 Birds

APRIL 5, 2016

Unlike other grouse species, the male Willow Ptarmigan remains with the female throughout the breeding season to help raise the chicks. Partners in Flight estimates that there are nearly 50 million breeding Willow Ptarmigan throughout the world. Willow Ptarmigan calls are apparently favorites with Steven Spielberg.

Alaska 103

Alaska Finland Indiana Russia 103

10,000 Birds

JUNE 17, 2015

Seney National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1935 as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife.” The Whitefish Point Unit of the Seney National Wildlife Refuge is located nearly 80 miles away from the headquarters. Why are they still allowed in the United States?

Fish 144

Fish Wildlife Hunting Game 144