Red crossbill: Nesting and feeding habits in the Adirondacks
By Birdwatch
There are six “crossbill” species—finches with mandibles (lower part of their bill) that cross either to the left or right
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Expanding birding opportunities in the Adirondacks
Birdability joins Adirondack Land Trust in tracking accessible birdwatching options for people with disabilities
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Finch forecast: tracking winter birds
Birders predict which species will visit the Adirondacks this winter based on available food sources
Bird songs along the Adirondack Rail Trail
This accessible path is one bike-birder's dream
The elusive mourning warbler: A colorful gem of North America’s forests
By Birdwatch
One of the most sought-after species for Adirondack birders
Pine siskins: A welcome sight in the Adirondacks this winter
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Pine siskins have been observed as far south as Georgia and flocks are all over the Adirondacks
Bird census data revealed
By Jak Krouse
Using contributions from more than 3,500 volunteer birders, the Breeding Bird Atlas has identified trends in the data.
State facilities turn out lights for migrating birds
By Mike Lynch
Most birds migrate at night and are attract to lights, which can prove fatal to them.
Catching up with a boreal flycatcher
By Birdwatch
With their loud “quick, three beers” song, the olive-sided flycatcher won’t elude your ear.
Going for a hike with my new friend Merlin
By Tim Rowland
Backcountry birding just got more interesting, thanks to a mobile phone app