June 18, 2026
A rare Bridled Tern returned to White Island and this time was filmed calling for a mate with a fish in its bill.
June 18, 2026
A pair of Killdeer nesting beside a Nashua high school track provided a perfect opportunity to witness one of nature's most remarkable defense strategies. Through Bruce Conti's photos and observations, learn how Killdeer use their famous "broken-wing display" to lure predators away from their well-camouflaged eggs.
June 18, 2026
While searching for a rare gull, Jim Sparrell stumbled upon Bonaparte's Gulls using an unusual foot-paddling technique to stir up prey. This unexpected observation is a reminder that some of the most fascinating bird behaviors can be found by slowing down and watching the birds already in front of you.
June 18, 2026
An adult male Baltimore Oriole was observed dipping a moth into grape jelly before flying off. Was it preparing a meal for itself or a fledgling? Kathleen Cerutti shares this unusual backyard birding observation from Derry.
June 18, 2026
A summer of repeated Cliff Swallow sightings along the Dover Community Trail led Cameron Johnson to investigate. A kayak trip beneath the Chestnut Street bridge confirmed a brand-new nesting site, documenting an exciting expansion of this colonial species within Dover.
June 18, 2026
What if your backyard kept birding even while you slept? Ashton Almeida shares how the BirdWeather PUC, an AI-powered acoustic monitoring device, detected a new bird outside his window and is transforming the way he discovers birds at home. Learn how this technology works, what it can reveal, and how it complements traditional birding.
June 18, 2026
During the 2026 City Nature Challenge, an evening search for a rare fern led to an extraordinary discovery: New Hampshire's first confirmed Black Vulture nest. Nate Marchessault recounts the unexpected encounter and explores what this milestone reveals about the species' northward expansion and the role of participatory science in documenting important changes in our natural world.