After attending the bird banding event at the arboretum a couple weeks ago, I wanted to learn more about this activity, so I called up WVU professor […]
Tag: birds
Turkeys associated with fall, but active in spring
While reveling in the colors and warm temperatures, I’ve been enjoying the sounds of spring as well. Mornings and evenings are especially noisy, as other creatures enjoy […]
How to know when a bird needs help
BY EVA MAYS A world without birds wouldn’t be a very pleasant one. A 2018 study found that the world’s insectivorous birds consume around 500 million tons […]
Shouldn’t most woodpeckers have brain damage?
If I slammed my mouth against a tree over and over again, I would definitely sustain some serious, lifelong injuries. And I’m sure every other human could […]
Find interest in owls and nature
More time at home has made for me the silver lining during this pandemic. I feel more tuned in to my valley, and the many living things […]
SAMUEL: State DNR: Viruses at feeders now killing birds
COMMENTARY BY DR. DAVE SAMUEL Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, we hear about viruses all the time. We wash our hands more, we clean things more, […]
Morgantown Public Library System to celebrate launch of birding backpacks
The Morgantown Public Library System will official launching its Bird Watching Backpacks initiative, made possible through a partnership with Mountaineer Audubon, this Saturday. Backpacks prepared for the […]
Found a baby bird? The best thing to do may be nothing at all
by Lindsay Pollard-Post In my neighborhood, I’m known as the “animal person.” People ask me for help and advice on everything from getting a lost dog back […]
Finding feathered friends: Birding cup returns
MORGANTOWN — Everyone is invited to join the Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia and Mountaineer Audubon for the second Morgantown Birding Cup, which will be held from […]
Migrating south for retirement: WVU research pigeon moved to Florida sanctuary
Mr. Grey the retired white-crowned research pigeon is living his life in paradise after having a bit of help making the journey south for retirement. “I wanted […]
