The reappearance of Ospreys in spring is one of our true signs of spring!
Birders in southeast Michigan have been reporting Osprey sightings for the past week, so I went out birding in search of my first-of-year Osprey a couple days ago.
And quickly found it!
Continue reading Photo of the Week: Ospreys Return
Returning for its 28th year, the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) kicks off this weekend for a four-day free and fun event to count and report details of birds.
From Friday, February 14, 2025 through Monday, February 17, 2025 thousands of people around the world will take as little as 15 minutes to notice birds around them and report them online.
The information shared by GBBC participants helps scientists better understand global bird populations.
Continue reading Great Backyard Bird Count 2025
Despite the cold, winter is an excellent time for birdwatching in Michigan. There are fewer kinds of birds to see and there aren’t any leaves for the birds to hide behind.
And on a relatively warm winter day, it’s a good way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends.
Continue reading Free Birding Webinars: Learn to Identify Winter Waterfowl and Michigan Birding 101