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What is Birdwatching? (And Why It’s More Than a Hobby)

by Kevin F.

Birdwatching, sometimes called birding (although I consider birding to be its more active cousin), is an activity where the goal is to observe, study, and appreciate birds in their natural habitats, or at backyard feeders. For many birdwatchers, observing birds … Read More

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Magellanic cormorant sitting on a rock ledge covered in bird poop.

Why Is Bird Poop White? (The Answer Might Surprise You)

by Kevin F.

You may have noticed that bird poop tends to be white in color. This is especially easy to see on rooftops, sidewalks, and other structures that birds enjoy sitting on. In some cases, the entire building or structure turns white. … Read More

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