Is a raven born precocial or altricial?
Precocial birds are born very different than altricial birds. Do you have any idea what those fancy terms mean in terms of newborn birds? Continue reading
A cormorant. Photo via Flickr.
These bird facts are sure to leave you scratching your head in wonder. Birds are amazing animals and here are some fascinating facts about them. Continue reading
Anyone can learn about birds. Photo via Flickr.
Beginning birders should follow a few simple steps to become familiar with birds. Learning about birds is a great introduction to the natural world. Continue reading
A turkey vulture soars in the air with ease, partially due to the structure of its bones.
Birds’ bones are hollow, which makes them lightweight and able to fly easily. This is one of the things that most birds have in common. Continue reading
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Waterfowl are a kind of bird that are commonly seen in the Rocky Mountains. Do you know what birds are and aren’t waterfowl? Continue reading
A male western tanager in his breeding plumage. Photo via Flickr.
Some Rocky Mountain birds molt in the spring, which means getting new colorful breeding plumage. Here are some of the common birds that do and don’t do it. Continue reading
Is he looking at me?
Do you know if birds see straight ahead even if their eyes are located on the sides of their head? Read the surprising answer here. Continue reading
Migrating birds – Canada Geese in their typical v-formation.
Birds migrating north, snow melting, and trees budding are all signs of spring in the Rocky Mountains. Some birds migrate long distances, but others only go short distances. Continue reading
Are most males larger than females?
When I go for a walk I always see taller men than women. Do you know if all male animals are larger than the females? Continue reading
Deer on the run in the snow. Photo via Flickr.
Winter animals can be easier to see than the same animals during summer in the Rocky Mountains. Here are some of the animals that you may be lucky to see during winter. Continue reading