Birds

Brown Pelican Visits the Vineyard

At least one brown pelican was spotted on May 28. Maybe more than one is present.

Migration Melody

On May 20, I visited the Pumping Station and migratory birds were plentiful.

With Shorebirds Nesting, Over-Sand Vehicle Closures Begin

Cape Pogue Wildlife Refuge and other barrier beaches will be closed to over-sand vehicles starting next week.

Felix Neck Bird-A-Thon Reveals Absent Songbirds

We found 114 species during the annual Felix Neck Bird-a-thon, which was held over a 24-hour period.

Spring Songbirds Make Way for Sandhill Crane

From late April to mid-May we expect brightly colored songbirds to predominate the sightings.

Migrants Ahoy! Bird Arrivals Continue

The Farm Institute has come through in a big way this week, with two unexpected sightings.

Avian Transients Drop By During Race to Breeding Grounds

Birds are racing to their breeding grounds. Most do not come our way since we are in the Atlantic Ocean.

Spring Birds Arrive, Snowy Owls Linger

Birdwatching can be addictive. Seeing a dazzling display of color can create a high that lifts your spirits.

Gus Ben David Takes Great Horned Owl Under His Wing

Mr. Ben David paid a visit to the Gazette Tuesday with his newest charge, a three-week-old great horned owlet that fell out of a nest near the Blue Hills reservation in Quincy.

Solo Swan: One is the Loneliest Number

Swans are symbols of love and fidelity, and are famously known to mate with one partner for life.

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