From the Field
Tag along on wild chases, unforgettable field trips, and birding adventures. These are the stories, surprises, and field notes that make birding in New Hampshire so much fun.
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.
May 13, 2026
What is a big day and how did it all start? Read about the history and some first person accounts of big days across New Hampshire.
April 15, 2026
On the afternoon of Saturday, March 14, Donna ventured to Walpole on a wild goose chase. She was far from disappointed.
April 15, 2026
A chance encounter on a Sullivan farm reveals an American Woodcock performing a dramatic “broken-wing” distraction display, offering a glimpse into the protective behaviors of this secretive species.
April 15, 2026
An unexpected visitor meets an untimely end, but brings up important questions about what it was and how it got there in the first place.
April 15, 2026
While birding on Star Island, an unexpected moment unfolded when a garter snake was observed consuming a Wilson’s Warbler, an unforgettable glimpse into the raw and often unseen interactions that shape island ecosystems.
