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Wood Duck

Wood Duck

The Wood Duck marks the arrival of early spring with the male’s vibrant plumage, displaying iridescent purple-green hues. This welcome sight stands out against the otherwise drab landscape, making it a favorite among birdwatchers.

Photo by Jeff Steele

Bird Beaks

Bird Beaks

Bird beaks come in all shapes and sizes, and through observing those differences we can learn a lot about them. It gets really interesting when we take a closer look at beaks that are different in a more subtle way.

Photo by Carolyn Byers/SoWBA

American Tree Sparrow

American Tree Sparrow

As I make my way around the frozen Kettle Pond at Faville Grove Sanctuary, flocks of American Tree Sparrows flutter from weed patch to weed patch, foraging along the snow-dusted ground and knocking seeds loose from the tops of dried plants.

Photo by Kelly Colgan Azar