“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: 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 >>
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Birds of Carver County Red-eyed Vireo
The red-eyed vireo’s Latin name, Vireo olivaceus, reflects is primary color, but we might be inclined to call it Vireo repetitious for its manner of singing through its summer with… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Baltimore Oriole
In the first week of May, it’s time for bright orange nectar feeders, jars of grape jelly and maybe a few oranges cut up and poked onto spikes. Folks doing… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: American White Pelican
American White Pelicans, like the other large birds in Minnesota’s skies, draw and hold our attention. Their flocks can be a half-dozen moving steadily between our ponds and lakes, or… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Turkey Vulture
Turkey Vultures don’t capture our attention by singing pleasant songs. Their beauty is not notable in its aesthetic to be placed on calendar pages or greeting cards. There are no… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Tundra Swan
In the late months of winter, the sight of these large white birds, seemingly an arm’s length away, can be breathtaking. If it isn’t calling, don’t worry about its identity… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: Bald Eagle
In the Mdewakanton Sioux culture, eagles represent strength, wisdom and connection to a spiritual realm. “Flying like an eagle” permeates our music and our dreams. Seeing a Bald Eagle in… read more >>
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Birds of Carver County: American Robin
In many parts of the county, the Robin is seen as the sign that spring has or will soon arrive. We like the Robin, and it appears to like us.… read more >>
