Yellow-billed Cuckoo – February Bird of the Month
by Maya Rappaport February 26, 2021 In February, hints of spring begin to arrive in Arizona, bringing faint indications of the start of spring migration. As the weather warms and the air fills [...]
Wild Turkey – November Bird of the Month
by Maya Rappaport November 24, 2020 The Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) is a familiar bird of woodlands and open meadows in North America. For those of us who love the mixed composition [...]
Weekend Birding Frenzy: Global Birding Weekend and an eBird Big Day
Join Friends this weekend for Global Birding Weekend and an eBird Big Day!
Bird of the Month – Lazuli Bunting
by Maya Rappaport Happy September! I love this month. The air smells crisper, and birds in migration begin to pass through our yards and favorite outdoor places. This month, I want to highlight a [...]
Bird of the Month – Great Blue Heron
Great Blue Heron – Ardea herodias As Friends’ resident bird nerd, I’m thrilled to begin this new series: Bird of the Month! Here in the Verde Valley, we are blessed with beautiful habitats, [...]
