That’s One Prehistoric Bird!
Cranes are among the oldest living birds on the planet. A Crowned Crane fossil was found in the Ashfall Fossil Beds (northeast Nebraska). Is was estimated to be about 10 […]
Who or What Built This Nest?
It may be hard to believe that this massive structure was built by a little bird, but it’s true. Of course, he had a little help from his friends. The […]
It’s Dance Like a Chicken Day!
Today is Dance Like a Chicken Day! In honor of this “clucky” occasion, let’s learn how to “dance like a chicken.” Then we will discover some fun facts about this […]
The North American Swamp Sparrow Fun Facts
What is a swamp? Swamps and marshes are wetlands that capture the overflow of rivers and oceans. This important ecosystem is vital for preventing further flooding inland. Also, it provides […]
What’s That Noise? It’s the Pileated Woodpecker
Rat-tat-tat, rat-tat-tat… What’s that noise coming from the woods? It might just be the tree-tapping-rat-tat-tat of the Pileated Woodpecker (pronounced ”PIL-ee-ay-ted”). This loud hammering can resemble the sound of someone […]
I Wanna Pet Parakeet
So you want a pet parakeet. These birds are lots of fun and make wonderful pets. But they do need some specific care. Let’s explore what it takes to have […]
