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[ad_1] Grackle symbolism is, in many ways, exactly what it sounds like. There are some names that seem to perfectly describe the creature to which they belong. Warblers, for example,…

[ad_1] Jackdaws are the smallest members of the corvid family. Found throughout Western Europe and the Western portions of Asia and Russia, these birds resemble their crow relatives except for…

[ad_1] You’ve probably heard before that crows are the smartest birds. But did you know they’re also considered to be one of the smartest animals around. They’re even thought to…

[ad_1] There are dozens of ant species that live in Vermont! Trying to list them all would be impossible. 🙂 Below are the most common and abundant types of ants,…

[ad_1] Lapland Longspur by Gavin McKinnon / Macaulay Library. From the Summer 2024 issue of Living Bird magazine. Subscribe now. In its most recent legislative session, New York State enacted the first significant regulation of…

[ad_1] There are approximately 580 species of Ants in North America! Trying to list them all would be impossible. 🙂 Below are the most common and abundant types of ants,…

[ad_1] Raccoons are intelligent animals that play a role in our ecosystem. However, they’re not exactly the best house guests. They go through the garbage, invite themselves into buildings, cause…

[ad_1] Here at World Birds, we’re big fans of wildlife of all kinds, but owls are a particular favorite. Their mysterious beauty and natural adaptations make them unique amongst raptors…

[ad_1] Rufous Hummingbird by Nathan Wall / Macaulay Library. Originally published July 2014; updated May 2024. Breeding Ranges of Four Widespread Hummingbirds. Four species of hummers cover most of the…

[ad_1] Here at World Birds, we love our backyard wildlife. But what happens when a favorite backyard visitor starts to cause problems? Squirrels may be cute to look at when…