The Gray Catbird is named for its cat-like mew call. Like the Northern Mockingbird, the Gray Catbird is regarded as a mimic. Like many members of the Mimidae, it also mimics the songs of other birds, as well as those of the tree frog, and even mechanical sounds. Because of its well-developed songbird syrinx (the [...]
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The Baltimore Oriole earned its name by resembling the color scheme on the coat of arms of Lord Baltimore, a Baron from Ireland after which the Maryland city is named. Baltimore Orioles are a sight to behold. Their color and song make them a favorite of any birder. These birds tend to be tree top [...]
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Welcome to the first installment of the Birding in Maine Photo of the Day. Occasionally, I will post a bird (or other wildlife) photo that I feel stands out from the other photos that I take. Accompanying each photo will be a short description. As always, comments and criticisms are greatly appreciated.
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I have been waiting for this time of the year all winter long. The alewife run at Damariscotta Mills, Maine is in full swing. It seems fitting that the day after classes ended for the spring semester, the alewives are running and the Osprey are many. Instead of books in hand, I am back with [...]
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One of the birds that I look forward to seeing during spring migration is the Osprey. The Osprey is a master of hunting over water. Its diet consists of fish, which it finds by flying over the water, spotting its target, and then diving down with its talons outstretched. The successful Osprey will then emerge [...]
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You can feel, hear and see it as soon as you walk out the door. The warm air, the singing of the birds, the crocus and daffodils pushing through the ground; you have walked right into Spring, bursting forth with life and you are happy to be alive! On Wednesday, the mercury topped out at 70° [...]
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