Climate Change in Maine: The Effects of a Warming Planet
Climate change is a global problem, but it hits close to home here in Maine. While our beautiful state has always been known for its abundant wildlife, vast forests, and stunning coastal views, the...
View Article5 Razorbill Facts From Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge
The razorbill (Alca torda) is a small colonial seabird that can be found along the coast of Maine. They are easily identified by their black and white plumage and their distinctive “razor-like” bill....
View ArticleCommon Murre Facts: One of the Fascinating Seabirds of Maine
The Common Murre is a black and white seabird that lives along the coastal areas of North America. They’re quite common in Maine and can be spotted along the rocky coastline and among the waves of...
View ArticleAll About the Arctic Tern: The Animal Kingdom’s Marathon Migrator
The Arctic tern is a spectacular bird that can be found nesting among Maine’s very own coastal islands from spring to summer. These little birds only weigh between 3-5 ounces as adults, but with a...
View ArticleBird Flu in Maine
Bird Flu is back in Maine and the fall and upcoming winter make it essential to follow proper biosecurity measures, not only to protect food sources but to protect other wildlife in Maine. Highly...
View ArticleThe Leach’s Storm Petrel: Interesting Facts About a Very Special Bird
The Leach’s storm petrel (Hydrobates leucorhous) is not only one of the world’s most special birds but one of the most interesting. This seabird flies over the seawater with erratic, bounding...
View ArticleArctic Snowbirds in Maine
Many of us are familiar with the concept of birds heading south for the winter and returning when the weather gets a bit nicer (in fact, we may even know people who escape Maine for the warmer climates...
View ArticleThe Christmas Bird Count: A Heart-Warming Holiday Tradition
Christmas has many heart-warming traditions, including one that has saved the lives of countless birds in the Western Hemisphere. Let’s look at the Christmas Bird Count (CBC), a fun and equally helpful...
View ArticlePurple Sandpiper
The purple sandpiper is another one of Maine’s marvelous snowbirds. Not too long ago, we looked at some of the various Arctic snowbirds in Maine. Now, let’s look at one in particular—the purple...
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Take a Deep-Dive With Long-Tailed Ducks
Long-tailed ducks (Clangula hyemalis) are a remarkable species of Arctic nesting sea duck commonly seen along Maine’s coast in the winter. Although long-tailed ducks have a wide distribution throughout...
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