Swallow-tailed Kite, the most beautiful raptor in the United States!
The Swallow-tailed Kite used to breed as far north as Minnesota. Now it is found in eastern Texas, east to Florida, and north to South Carolina. The birds that move [...]
Mangrove Cuckoo, one of the most sought after Florida birds.
Mangrove Cuckoos have a pretty large range; in the U.S., they are restricted to South Florida. This is a species that every birder wants to add to their life list. [...]
Bahama Mockingbird that I found on a private bird walk
Each year, I lead a bird walk in a private community in Key Largo. It is a walk for the residents here. We always get a pretty good showing of [...]
Rufous Hummingbird an uncommon western visitor!
Rufous Hummingbird is a species found in the western part of the U.S. Many of them migrate east and can often be found in eastern states. The state of Florida [...]
A Variegated Flycatcher a special visitor from South America!
My friend Carl Edwards found a Variegated Flycatcher along a trail at Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge in Palm Beach County, Florida. I believe this is the fourth record for the [...]
FLORIDA’S ONLY ENDEMIC BIRD, THE FLORIDA SCRUB-JAY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vrPLDFI3Ow
Double-crested Cormorants feeding in a flock
Double-crested Cormorants often feed in large flocks. They will swim in a groups to herd fish in front of them to feed on. It is a pretty neat feeding style [...]
