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Brewer's Sparrow, Sageland Singer
One of the most musical and complex bird songs in the U.S. is that of the Brewer's Sparrow. It's a veritable aria, ringing forth from the sagebrush o…
1 year, 6 months ago
Pablo Neruda’s Celebrated Birds
Pablo Neruda is considered one of the greatest poets of the 20th century. Though the Chilean poet is best known for his writings about love, birds we…
1 year, 6 months ago
What’s a Field of Grass to a Bird?
Although a field of grass might not seem like valuable habitat at first, many birds have adapted to nest in grassland habitats and nowhere else. In N…
1 year, 6 months ago
From Bobwhite Coveys to Pairs
Throughout winter, Northern Bobwhites gather in groups called coveys to search for food during the day and share warmth at night. These small quail a…
1 year, 6 months ago
The Eagle Eye
Ever heard the term “eagle eye?” An eagle’s vision is incredibly sharp, and its eyes can weigh more than its brain. The secret to the bird’s exceptio…
1 year, 6 months ago
Nest Building
Want to try building a nest? Consider this... an average American Robin weighs less than three ounces. An average person weighs 170 pounds, or 1,000 …
1 year, 6 months ago
Music to Our Ears
One of Jessica Rugh Frantz’s favorite things about being the director of development at BirdNote is getting to hear from listeners about how much the…
1 year, 6 months ago
Hearing From BirdNote Listeners
We know for many listeners, BirdNote is part of your everyday routine. But don’t take our word for it. Let Michael and Mary Ann tell you what BirdNot…
1 year, 6 months ago
Support the Things You Love
At BirdNote, we believe that the more that people learn about birds, the more likely they are to take steps to protect them. Listeners like you have …
1 year, 6 months ago
BirdNoir: The Mystery of Public Media Funding
In this episode of BirdNoir, the Private Eye gets a call from his pal Roy asking to know how BirdNote stays on the air. His wife says the show is fun…
1 year, 6 months ago