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Birding

A Bay-breasted Warbler perches sideways on a branch with leaves starting to turn yellow.
Follow These Tips to Identify Tricky Fall Warblers
October 07, 2016 — Here are the visual cues—and behaviors—to look for among drab, quiet autumn migrants.
Bird Identification
A green bunting takes a water bath surrounded by drops.
How to Identify Birds: 8 Clues From Kenn Kaufman
April 21, 2016 — Color is one of the last clues experienced birders use. "51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú" magazine's Field Editor Kenn Kaufman explains eight more reliable tools for identifying any bird.
Birding 101
How to Tell a Hairy Woodpecker From a Downy Woodpecker
February 13, 2015 — Size and tail color are two of the biggest clues when deciphering these two backyard regulars.
Birding Advice
A male American Goldfinch perched on milk thistle.
Bird, Plant, and Insect Identification Resources
September 03, 2014 — Explore our favorite online identification resources.
ROCKIES Native Plants