Every spring, I look forward to my new spring arrivals, but I especially can’t wait for the first glimpse of my red-breasted grosbeak visitors. The males are the first to arrive in May, followed by the females a few weeks later. This year I have three males and two females coming to my feeders. They […]
The Spring Arrival of the Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Have you ever had a yellow-bellied woodpecker whiz right past your head? Well, I have not once, not twice, but three times in one day! Every spring, with the return of several migrating bird species to the area, comes the arrival of the yellow-bellied sapsucker. You definitely know when they are back, because of their […]
How to Make Your Yard a Bird-Friendly Habitat for the Spring
Spring is the peak season for avid bird watchers. Whether you consider yourself a novice or expert in your knowledge of the avian world, this is the time for creating a bird-friendly habitat in your yard. Now is the time birds are returning to areas to find suitable areas to build nests and mate after […]
Identifying the Chipping Sparrow
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 […]