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.
March 17, 2026
On a cold, sleety afternoon at Odiorne Point State Park, a murre struggled in the rough surf near shore after being chased by a gull.
March 17, 2026
While Katie and I were in Manchester looking for the Barrow's Goldeneye in the Merrimack River behind the Waumbec Mills, we watched a Great Black-backed Gull land in the river, stick its head under water and pull out a bullhead. The gull then landed on the ice, briefly admired its prize, and then suddenly took off without the fish.
March 17, 2026
A Ruffed Grouse visiting a backyard cranberry bush had mixed success during late December. While it easily fed on the berries one day, freezing rain later encased the fruit in ice, leaving the bird struggling to find footing and food.
March 17, 2026
Enjoy a winter themed haiku that explores the movement of birders and birders.
October 3, 2025
For most of the winter, our yard in Portsmouth is besieged with House Sparrows, and I occasionally scan the flock for something more interesting, such as the time a Dickcissel hung out with them for a few days. A few White-throated Sparrows spend the winter and a couple of Song Sparrows pop in and out of the feeder, but as spring approaches the sparrow action gets more exciting.