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Sink Your Beak Into This | EarthCare Northwest
Over millions of years, birds have adapted their anatomy to their unique ecological niche, in part due to the food sources available to them. In this article, we explore the specialized beaks of several local bird species and how that helps them snag their favorite snacks.
Bird Feeding 101: Suet | EarthCare Northwest
Feeding wild birds is one way to attract a variety of species to your balcony, yard, or window. If you are new to feeding birds, seed and nectar feeders are common choices, but suet feeders can be a wonderful alternative or supplement.
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A Sharped-shinned Hawk gets a second chance after colliding with a reflective glass window. Not only was the hawk able to be rehabilitated and released, the home owner took action to prevent other birds from facing a similar fate.
A Starling Celebration at The National Nordic Museum
The Nordic Museum’s Søren Solkær: Sort Sol exhibition showcases the Danish photographer’s mesmerizing images of starling flocks known as murmurations. Birds Connect Seattle had the pleasure of lending our bird knowledge to the exhibition, and to Family Day activities.
A Second Chance For A Sharp-shinned Hawk
A Sharped-shinned Hawk gets a second chance after colliding with a reflective glass window. Not only was the hawk able to be rehabilitated and released, the home owner took action to prevent other birds from facing a similar fate.
Environmental Education for All
Nature Camp is spreading its wings! We are excited to announce that for the summer of 2024, Nature Camp will be offered at new locations across Birds Connect Seattle’s service area.
Barred Owl Management Strategy Position
Birds Connect Seattle shares our organizational position on US Fish & Wildlife Service’s proposed Barred Owl Management Strategy for the protection of the Northern Spotted Owl, listed under the Endangered Species Act.
The Bart Simpson Treatment for the Snag
The Douglas Fir snag that stands in front of the Birds Connect Seattle Nature Shop gets a new hair cut so it can safely continue to provide ecological value to wildlife.
EarthCare Northwest | Winter 2023 | Annual Impact Report
Birds Connect Seattle is proud to share with our members and community the highlights of our work and mission in 2022-23. Read our Annual Impact Report to discover the six birds and six words that represented our last year.
Volunteers Assemble at Hoot Camp
Volunteer leaders for Birds Connect Seattle assembled at the organization’s annual Hoot Camp to help make our events and programs more enjoyable, safe, and inclusive.