Order: Passeriformes Family: Sittidae Genus: Sitta Species: Sitta canadensis Introduction Red-Breasted Nuthatch, or Sitta canadensis, is a small song bird that is commonly found in conifer-deciduous forests. They are about 4.5 inches (Sibley 2003). They are commonly known as “backyard birds.”… Continue Reading →
Order: Charadriiformes Family: Laridae Genus: Larus Species: Larus delawarensis Introduction The Ring-billed Gull is a charismatic bird with a very distinctive call and bold markings.Ring-billed Gulls are most identifiable from other members of the Laridae family by the black ring… Continue Reading →
The Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia) is a common and widespread bird with a beautiful and prominent streaking pattern. The song sparrow has numerous subspecies that vary in appearance considerably across its expansive range. Frequently more vocal than they are visible, it is usually easier to hear song sparrows than see them. Fortunately they are equally as pleasing to listen to as they are to watch.
(http://windsor.towns.pressdemocrat.com/2012/04/news/fast-class-windsors-birds/attachment/spottedtowhee/) Order: Passeriformes Family: Emberizidae Genus: Pipilo Species: Pipilo maculatus Introduction: The Spotted Towhee is a widespread commonly known dimorphic passerine, which can be seen scratching and feeding on the ground under feeders and shrubby areas. Formally known as the Rufus-Sided Towhee (Pipilo erythrophthalmus), with… Continue Reading →
Order: Anseriformes Family: Anatidae Genus: Melanitta Species: Melanitta perspicillata Introduction Photo by Micah Riegner Photo by Micah Riegner Watercolor by Micah Riegner Field Sketch by Micah Riegner Surf Scoters are sea ducks endemic to North America. These molluscivores breed… Continue Reading →
