Author Archives: Palomar
2016 State of the Birds & Conservation Updates
Inside Bird Conservation – June 2016 _____________________________________________________________________________________ 2016 State of the Birds Reports Conservation Works, but More Work To Do The 2016 State of the Birds report shows that more than one third of all North American bird species need … Continue reading
William Heise Trip Report
Despite a High Heat Warning, most of the 20 birders completed the walk in good shape. The Heat Warning did make the leader much more insistent than normal to keep the group together to ensure no one had heat stroke. … Continue reading
19 of the World’s Most Colorful Birds
There are estimated to be 10,000 species of birds in the world and nature has blessed some with the most incredible, colorful plumage. From bright blues to radiant reds and gorgeous greens, it is hard to believe that these birds … Continue reading
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology “The State of North America’s Birds 2016 report”
This report is based on the first-ever conservation vulnerability assessment for all 1,154 native bird species that occur in Canada, the continental United States, and Mexico. The assessment was compiled by a team of experts from all three countries. Of … Continue reading
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Sweetwater Gorge Trip Report
24 birders trudged through a gloomy, misty morning to log 42 species. Highlights were several good looks at Yellow-breasted chat, a first year male Blue Grosbeak and a Red-shouldered hawk nest. List follows; Mallard Snowy Egret Turkey Vulture Cooper’s Hawk … Continue reading
Your action needed — tell the State to list the Tricolored Blackbird!
Get your comment to the State by June 1 The future of California’s beloved Tricolored Blackbird is in question. Last December, the California Fish and Game Commission advanced this species as a candidate for protection under the California Endangered Species … Continue reading
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Lindo Lake Field Trip Results
Good morning, all. Below is my eBird report of yesterday’s Palomar Audubon field trip to Lindo Lake. We had 17 attendees–including a visiting birder from Dallas TX, who added Tricolored Blackbird to his 600+ species life list. Lindo Lake, San … Continue reading
Keep the skies safe for birds over sensitive habitat
Keep the skies safe for birds over sensitive habitat With more and more people taking drones into California’s wild spaces, there is increasing concern about the impacts of unmanned flying devices on birds and other wildlife. Audubon California is sponsoring … Continue reading
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Kit Carson Park Field Trip Results
Hi Everyone, The cool and cloudy day seemed to limit the number of birds seen though we heard plenty. We started out with a group of 28 people that dwindled to 8 or 9 by the half way mark.A total … Continue reading
Don’t Miss the 30th Annual Bug Fair!
Bug Out With Us! May 21 and 22 Join us for a two-day festival celebrating our winged, multi-legged, squirmy, and sometimes bug-eyed friends. Our highly-anticipated yearly festival features a variety of exhibitors – from exotic insect collections to pet tarantulas, bug-related … Continue reading
Bird CAMS – May Update
The three owlets look out on the brave new world outside (as seen on cam 2.) Branching Barred Owls Last night the oldest owlet left the nest box and set out somewhat accidentally into the wide world. Over the next few … Continue reading
Cornell Lab eNews May 2016
Mounting evidence from fossils shows that many dinosaurs wore coats of feathers. Illustration by Zhao Chuang. Is the World Ready to See Dinosaurs as They Really Were? Hollywood may not realize it yet, but the science is clear: many, many … Continue reading
Alert: Protect the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
One of the oldest environmental laws in our country, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), is coming under attack by Members of Congress. Last year, the House of Representatives passed a provision in a fiscal appropriations bill that would bar the … Continue reading
Field Trip Results– Wilderness Gardens Preserve
Hi Friends, This morning May 7, fourteen birders walked around Wilderness Gardens Preserve and we found 48 bird species. This location is always a fan favorite. The weather was cool and overcast which made it a great day for birding. … Continue reading
eBird News: May 2016
In this issue: Global Big Day is one week away! Opportunities to join Team eBird New eBird/Macaulay Library photo and audio search tool Zeiss eBirder of the Month Challenge: 5 eligible lists on May 14th, Global Big Day eBird Featured … Continue reading
Adorable Photos of Huddling Birds
When the weather cools down, people hide in their warm dwellings, bears hibernate in caves, and all of nature seems to take a step back, trying to stay warm. When it comes to birds, their options are fairly limited, so … Continue reading
Daley Ranch Bird List
On a drizzly morning we had nine participants. 40 Species: Mallard California Quail Great Egret Turkey Vulture Cooper’s Hawk Red-shouldered Hawk Red-tailed Hawk Mourning Dove Anna’s Hummingbird Costa’s Hummingbird Rufous Hummingbird Acorn Woodpecker Nuttall’s Woodpecker Northern Flicker Pacific-slope Flycatcher Ash-throated … Continue reading
Audubon California News — April 2016
You’re invited to join us to count Brown Pelicans in California, Oregon, Washington, and Baja Mexico, on May 7 from 5 – 7 PM. This citizen science birding blitz will capture a comprehensive snapshot of pelican abundance and age distribution. This … Continue reading
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