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October 5, 2025
If you love watching birds and want to make your sightings count, eBird is the tool for you. Run by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, eBird is a global database where birders record their observations, explore data, and contribute directly to bird conservation.
Canada Warbler by Len Medlock
October 5, 2025
Whether you’re a casual backyard observer, a serious birder chasing that elusive species for your life list, or somewhere in between, there’s always a new bird to see or a new hotspot to explore. We have compiled a wealth of resources to help you stay connected.
Bullock's Oriole by Harris Stein
October 5, 2025
Picture this: you’re out for a walk and an unexpected bird flashes across your binoculars. You do a double take. Could that possibly be a Bullock’s Oriole in New Hampshire?
Philadelphia Vireo
June 5, 2023
Merlin uses your phone’s microphone to analyze bird sounds and suggests identification with remarkable accuracy. In capable hands, Merlin is a modern miracle but beware it can lead you astray!
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