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American avocet joins parade of rare, unusual birds in Ohio, including black-bellied whistling-duck and roseate tern It's been a year for unusual bird sightings in the Buckeye State.
Ohio may only be a tiny blip on the map for some of them, like the blackpoll warbler — these tiny creatures fly nearly 2,000 miles every spring, from Argentina to Canada.
Accipitridae is a family of birds of prey which includes hawks, eagles, kites, harriers, and Old World vultures. These birds have very large powerful hooked beaks for tearing flesh from their prey, strong legs, powerful talons, and keen eyesight. Sixteen species have been recorded in Ohio. White-tailed kite, Elanus leucurus (R)
Avibase was created and is maintained by Denis Lepage, currently senior director, data science and technology at Birds Canada. The data contained in Avibase has been gathered starting around 1991. [8] The Avibase website was launched in June 2003 and has been hosted by Birds Canada (formerly Bird Studies Canada) since its inception.
The black-capped chickadee is the state bird of Maine and Massachusetts and the provincial bird of New Brunswick. [64] [65] [66] In 2022 the black-capped chickadee was named the official bird of Calgary, Alberta. [67] The bird is prominently featured on the standard Maine vehicle registration plate. [68]
The birds are about 20 to 22 inches long, according to Audubon, about the size of a mallard duck. Adults have long necks and legs, a color pattern of chestnut, black and gray, and have pink bills.
The mimids are a family of passerine birds which includes thrashers, mockingbirds, tremblers, and the New World catbirds. These birds are notable for their vocalization, especially their remarkable ability to mimic a wide variety of birds and other sounds heard outdoors. The species tend towards dull grays and browns in their appearance.
Spring has sprung, and migratory birds are returning to the area. That means one thing -- it's time to stock up on bird seed. Backyard bird feeders attract a variety of feathered friends (as well ...