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How to Identify a Great Horned Owl
If you hear owl sounds in your neighborhood, it’s likely a great horned owl. Learn about their size, wingspan, nests, diet and more.
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How to Identify a Cooper’s Hawk
Learn what a Cooper's hawk looks like and sounds like, where to find one. Plus find out where this raptor...
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Bold and Gold: Meet the Golden Eagle
Learn what a golden eagle looks like, what golden eagles eat, and where you can spot these large birds of...
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How to Identify a Northern Saw-Whet Owl
The northern saw-whet owl is one of the smallest and cutest owls—as long as you aren't a mouse. Learn where...
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Go Up North to See a Great Gray Owl
The great gray owl is the largest owl in North America, measuring over 2 foot tall! Find out where you...
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19 Fun Owl Facts You Should Know
Here are some fascinating and fun owl facts about this one-of-a-kind group of birds. Learn about owl eyes, feet, sounds...
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The American Goshawk Has a New Name
A majestic accipiter, the American goshawk (previously called the northern goshawk) rules from the forest trees. Learn how to spot...
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Falcon vs Hawk: How to Tell the Difference
These raptors look similar at a glance. But with a keen eye to the sky, you can learn to distinguish...
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Meet the Osprey Bird: Sea Hawk of the Sky
Learn what an osprey bird looks like and where birders can find this raptor. Also find out what they eat...
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How to Identify a Red-Shouldered Hawk
Mixing up red-shouldered hawks with the more common red-tailed hawks? Give your bird of prey ID know-how a boost with...
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The Peregrine Falcon Is the World’s Fastest Animal
Faster than a speeding bullet? Maybe not. But the peregrine falcon can top 200 miles mph when it dives, beating...
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How to Identify a Harris’s Hawk
If you see dark-colored raptors in the southwestern desert, you might've spotted Harris's hawks. Find out why they're known as...
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How to Identify a Red-Tailed Hawk
Which hawk are you seeing? Here's how to tell if your bird is an adult or juvenile red-tailed hawk. Learn...
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Meet the Raptors: Amazing Birds of Prey
Find out why these raptor bird species, including hawks, owls, kites and more, are some of the most captivating birds...
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Meet the Merlin: Falcon on the Hunt
Learn about the merlin falcon: a stocky, swift bird of prey with medieval European ties. Plus, are they connected to...
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How to Identify a Northern Harrier
What is that bird of prey gliding over the grasslands? Learn what a northern harrier looks like, and what similarity...
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Head West to See a Ferruginous Hawk
Learn what a ferruginous hawk looks like, what foods are on the menu, and where to find this uncommon bird...
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Look for a Rough-Legged Hawk in Winter
Learn what a rough-legged hawk looks like and when and where birders can spot these birds of prey in North...
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The American Kestrel Is the Smallest Falcon
Learn all about the American kestrel, a small bird with a big presence. Plus, learn what you can do to...
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How to Identify a Broad-Winged Hawk
Learn what an adult and juvenlie broad-winged hawk looks like and where to find them during breeding season and migration.
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Look for Swainson’s Hawks in the Summer Skies
Learn what a Swainson's hawk looks like, what they eat and where (and when) birders can find them in North...
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How to Identify a Barred Owl
Learn what a barred owl looks like and what their call sounds like. Plus learn where you can spot these...
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Meet the Long-Eared Owl and the Short-Eared Owl
Learn how to tell the difference between a long-eared owl and a short-eared owl. Find out where you can spot...
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The Elf Owl Is the Smallest Owl in the World
The elf owl is as small as a sparrow. Learn what these tiny birds of prey look like, what they...
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How to Attract Owls to Nest in Your Backyard
Where do owls live? Welcome these nighttime fliers to your yard. Experts reveal how to attract owls and provide shelter...
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8 Fascinating Burrowing Owl Facts
Forget the treetops—a burrowing owl nests underground. Some use the dens of other animals. Look for these small owls in...
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Barn Owls: Ghostly Nocturnal Birds of Prey
Look for flashes of white when driving on dark country roads, and you might spot a barn owl. Learn about...
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Why Do Crows Chase Hawks and Owls?
If you've ever seen a group of crows swooping after a hawk, you might wonder — why do crows chase...
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7 Fascinating Falcon Bird Facts You Should Know
From the smallest falcon to the fastest flying bird on earth, discover interesting facts about the falcon bird family.
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Discover the Amazing Types of Owls in North America
Watch your backyard come to life as amazing owl species swoop through the night skies. Get to know the types...
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ID Challenge: Cooper’s Hawk vs Sharp-Shinned Hawk
A common backyard birding challenge is learning how to ID a Cooper's hawk vs a sharp-shinned hawk. Look closely at...