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Did you know: What is the developmental timeline from egg to fledge?
As we watch the rookery on the golf course and also see those Eastern Bluebirds growing on the bluebird trail, we note these birds “grow up” at different rates. The time spent from egg production to fledgling varies by species. Smaller birds often mature more quickly and may go from newly-hatched chicks to fledgling juveniles
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Did You Know: Why Do Birds Stand on One Leg?
On some of the coldest, windiest days this past winter, we noticed many birds tucked into the trees, balancing on one leg while the other leg and foot was tucked up so close to the breast that it was almost impossible to see. It looked like the bird was missing a leg. How can a
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Did you know: What is a murmuration?
“Did you know” is an on-going series of blogs that answer possibly more technical questions people have about birds or their environments. If you have an idea or question, submit it via the “Ask SIB” link on the SeabrookIslandBirders.org web site or send an email to SeabrookIslandBirders@Gmail.com. Until recently, I never heard of a murmuration.
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Did You Know: Many Names for Young Birds
A bird is a bird, except when it’s a nestling, hatchling or fledgling. As baby birds grow, the specific names that refer to them change, and some species even spend several years in subadult stages before they reach the sexual maturity of adulthood. These different names denote subtle changes in plumage, proportions, behavior and care