Chipping sparrows (Spizella passerina) are American sparrows and passerine birds in the family (Passerellidae). There are two subspecies found here North America, the eastern chipping sparrow and the western chipping sparrow. These birds are quite common and are frequently seen at feeders. The chipping sparrows are back here in Maine and currently, I have four […]
Birdwatching After the Storm
The day after our big April snowstorm, I took the time to do some birdwatching and photography in the backyard. With the wind dying down for the day, the birds were back and hungry as ever to visit the feeders. I’m sure many of the birds have been focusing on establishing their territories for nesting […]
If April Showers Bring May Flowers, What Does Snow Bring?
Here we go again… another forty-eight hours without power. We are no strangers to power outages here in Maine. Without a doubt and with no exaggeration, the power goes out here at least once a week. I know this for a fact because I’m the one who resets the blinking clock over the stove on […]
Visiting Houston Brook Falls in Bingham, Maine
Being that spring weather can be quite unpredictable, we try as much as possible to get out of the house and take advantage of nice days. The days’ weather was simply beautiful. The sun was shining and temperatures were in the early fifties. There are several waterfalls here in Maine and we decided to get […]
A Love for Photography: Getting to Know Isabel Nolasco, Portuguese Street & Travel Photographer
With an artistic eye, Portuguese street and travel photographer and blogger Isabel Nolasco captures captivating images through her travels. Isabel currently resides in Lisbon and finds inspiration for her photography through her many adventures. Isabel’s work is multi-dimensional and a direct extension of herself. As you browse through some of the photos from her collection […]
How to Attract Black-capped Chickadees with a Variety of Foods
Life is filled with small pleasures. For me, a few of those small pleasures include anything pertaining to the avian world. I enjoy spending my time bird watching and I especially enjoy watching all of my bird visitors at the feeders. This includes, in particular, my black-capped chickadees. To show my appreciation for all of […]
Insights from Wildlife Photographer Chris Murchison
With an interest in wildlife and nature from an early age, wildlife photographer Chris Murchison focuses on capturing stunning images of animals in their natural surroundings. Chris resides in Milton Keynes in the UK and photographs an array of creatures locally as well as through his travels. Chris’ work is exemplary of his passion for […]
The Adorable Black-capped Chickadee
The black-capped chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) is one of the most recognizable species of birds here in Maine. They are a small songbird and passerine in the tit family (Paridae). These wonderful birds are enjoyed so much that the state of Maine designated the black-capped chickadee as the official state bird in 1927. Most bird enthusiasts […]
Bonney Woods Walk in Farmington, Maine
Over the weekend in order to combat a little bit of cabin fever, we decided to hop in the car and go for a nature walk in a new area. This decision did not come easily. If you have ever experienced mud season during the spring in Western Maine, one must choose their battles wisely. […]
Signs of Spring
Spring is finally here, but you wouldn’t know it here in Western Maine. I can’t complain too much because the weather has been absolutely beautiful this past month. We have had bright and sunny days with temperatures in the high thirties to high forties. In regard to snowfall, we haven’t received as much as previous […]