10,000 Birds

APRIL 2, 2024

Osborn, a passionate field biologist who participates to the core of her being three re-introduction projects aimed at saving three very different, endangered species: Peregrine Falcon, Hawaiian Crow (‘Alala)*, and California Condor. Coyotes took carrion from young Condors and then killed the weakest ones. It’s not easy.

California Condor 186

California Condor Falcons California Birds 186

10,000 Birds

MAY 5, 2016

We have been assured by the California Department of Fish & Wildlife (CDFW) that they are watching this nest also. They can be three to five feet across and from one to ten feet high! We are all watching intently as these two beautiful raptors attempt another successful breeding season without further disturbance.

Transported 101

Transported Eggs Birds Killing 101

10,000 Birds

JUNE 20, 2012

It is illegal for any person to take, possess, transport, sell, or purchase them or their parts, such as feathers, nests, or eggs, without a permit. You can download the information on controlling Cliff Swallows in PDF format from the University of California here. Because IT IS ILLEGAL TO INTERFERE WITH NESTING BIRDS!! Authors: T.

San Diego 165

San Diego illegal California South America 165

10,000 Birds

JUNE 6, 2013

She has lived in Maine, California, France, New York, and currently makes her home in Virginia Beach Always bringing her camera along, Erika is building her life-list by trying to check off at least one new species each week in her field guide. The weekend had a promising start.

Florida 168

Florida DC Washington Birds 168