Bright yellow singing goldfinches are attracting mates, advertising their territory and warning against predators. But to our ears, they are providing the music of Summer to those of us living… read more >>

House Finches in Carver County are familiar to most of us with bird feeders. They might not have been seen by our grandparents, but with our help at preventing illness,… read more >>

White-breasted Nuthatches have become accustomed to our suburbs and feeders. Their “nasal” single-note songs and contact calls are distinctive. These characteristics and their cleanly defined coloration make them a common… read more >>

The American Crow is probably one of the most-recognizable birds in Carver County, if not in Minnesota and most of the United States. All shiny black and large – 18… read more >>

Hairy woodpeckers are part of the four-season entourage that continues to live alongside us, no matter what the weather or temperature. read more >>

The White-throated Sparrow has a bright appearance and an equally bright song. Both attributes make this a favorite spring and fall visitor to feeders, bushes and grasses nearby. Mixed flocks… read more >>

Blue-headed Vireos sing with clear, musical song notes. They are relatively easy to spot, despite continual movement among the leaves of spring and autumn. Its appearance has been described as… read more >>