“Birds of Carver County” will present information about bird species that are seen in Carver County. The articles are meant to inspire readers to be aware of their feathered neighbors and perhaps take up the hobby of “birding” to add a focus on nature and the environment to their daily lives.
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Birds of Carver County: Chestnut-sided Warbler
The Chestnut-sided Warbler (Setophaga pensylvanica) is just 5“ long and highly mobile. Luckily for birders, it is distinguished by bright colors in the Spring and changing their costume for their… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County
Eastern Bluebird Poets might describe this seven-inch bird as the joining of blue skies and red earth, but its scientific name Sialia sialis doesn’t provide any intrigue, even when translated.… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County
Discover the intriguing life of the brown-headed cowbird in Carver County and beyond. read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Northern Yellow Warbler
Wintering in places like Costa Rica, the Northern Yellow Warbler helps growers defend their coffee crop from agricultural pests. During your next cup of coffee, why not make a toast… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Indigo Bunting
Their bright sky-blue color of Indigo Buntings comes from the structure of their feathers and the reflection and refraction of sunlight. Let’s all hope for sunny days, energetic songsters and… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Magnolia Warbler
Because Magnolia Warblers nest in the boreal forests of the state’s northern counties and only pass through our area during spring (May-June) and fall (Aug – Sept) migration, we only… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Rose-breasted Grosbeak
For the five months that Rose-breasted Grosbeaks are our neighbors, their songs and remarkable colors brighten our days. Their willingness to come to our birdseed feeders make them one of… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Black-and-White Warbler
If the weather is right, and the winds are favorable, and your neck isn’t too sore watching the leaves burst from their buds, the Black-and-white Warbler may hop into your… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Swainson’s Thrush
If you’re in a park, on a trail or in a yard and you get a sense of bird movement on the ground, you might think you’re seeing a Robin.… read more >>
