Birds of the Blue Ridge
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Mike Blevins
Birds of the Blue Ridge: White-throated Sparrow
These large, plump sparrows with a small bill scratch backward on the ground and are regular visitors to backyard feeders. Read more
Feb 21, 2023
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Michael Todd
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Ovenbird
The Ovenbird was given its common name in recognition of its nest-building style. Read more
Jan 4, 2024
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Mike Blevins
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Barred Owl
These brown-eyed beauties are highly vocal and will even call during the daytime. Read more
Nov 16, 2022
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Ryan Rice
Eagle Watch in East Tennessee: A Species Comes Back
Our writer/photographer’s boyhood fascination with bald eagles has become a lifetime hobby. Read more
Nov 15, 2021
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Mike Blevins
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Prothonotary Warbler
Of the three dozen or more warblers that visit the eastern U.S., this bright yellow species is one of only two warblers that nest in tree cavities. Read more
Jun 29, 2023
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Mike Blevins
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Pileated Woodpecker
As one of our largest and most strikingly decorated forest birds, the Pileated Woodpecker is a delight to see and hear. Read more
Oct 27, 2022
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Mike Blevins
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Wood Duck
Swift in flight and fleet of foot in the branches, the wood duck can be seen year-round and/or during breeding season across the Blue Ridge and a large swath of North America. Read more
Sep 1, 2020
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Mike Blevins
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Red-winged Blackbird
This species is known for their bold demeanor, particularly when there’s a nest to defend. Read more
Oct 12, 2022
Michael Todd
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Ovenbird
The Ovenbird was given its common name in recognition of its nest-building style. Read more
Jan 4, 2024
Robin Edwards
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Peregrine Falcon
Meet the fastest bird on the planet and the fastest animal in the world – the Peregrine Falcon! Read more
Dec 14, 2023
Mike Blevins
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Osprey
Many folks call this stunning raptor a “fish hawk.” For a good reason! Read more
Dec 11, 2023
Mike Blevins
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Brown Thrasher
This species, a “cousin” of the mockingbird, has more than 1,100 song stylings in its repertoire. Read more
Nov 27, 2023
KS Nature Photography
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Great Horned Owl
The Great Horned Owl is one of our largest and most common owls. Read more
Nov 2, 2023
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