Birds and Wetlands
The Journal · Page 14 of 95

Field notes,
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Continuing the archive — slow essays and observations from marshes, mangroves, and pondsides around the world.

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Providing Short-Term Care for a Wild Barn Owl № 973
№ 97314 Aug 2023

Providing Short-Term Care for a Wild Barn Owl

Barn owls, with their heart-shaped faces and haunting calls, are a familiar sight in many rural landscapes. There may be rare instances where these ethereal creatures require human intervention for...

№ 97214 Aug 2023

Snowy owls: The Arctic's Majestic Hunters

Draped in pristine white feathers with mesmerizing golden eyes, the snowy owl stands as a symbol of Arctic wilderness. These magnificent raptors, often associated with magic and mystery thanks to...

Snowy owls: The Arctic's Majestic Hunters № 972
Behind the Glasses: Spectacled Owl Guide № 971
№ 97114 Aug 2023

Behind the Glasses: Spectacled Owl Guide

Deep within the tropical forests of the Americas hides a remarkable and distinctive owl – the Spectacled Owl. Known for its striking face, which resembles a pair of glasses, this bird is not only...

Definitive Guide to Western Screech Owl № 965
№ 96514 Aug 2023

Definitive Guide to Western Screech Owl

The Western Screech Owl, a compact raptor with large yellow eyes and a distinctive voice, is a captivating creature of the nocturnal world. Though not as commonly recognized as its larger owl...

№ 96414 Aug 2023

Owl Food: What Do Owls Eat?

With their iconic hoots echoing in the moonlit forests and fields, owls are some of nature's most proficient hunters. But what exactly is on the menu for these raptors of the night? From tiny insects...

Owl Food: What Do Owls Eat? № 964
Daytime Retreats: Where Do Owls Sleep? № 963
№ 96314 Aug 2023

Daytime Retreats: Where Do Owls Sleep?

As night turns to day and the world awakens with the chirping of diurnal birds, our nocturnal hunters – the owls – seek refuge to rest and recharge. These masters of the night have unique and...