Creating a paradise for wildlife in your yard can be tough. It’s hard to know what plants are native, where they will grow, and when to plant. Luckily, Flocking Around is here to help. Here’s our Flocking Guide to cultivars and native plants.

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17.04.2025

They Came in Like a RECR Ball!

RECR is the bird code for RED CROSSBILL, and we had Red Crossbills today on the bird cam!

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14.04.2025

Peregrine Falcon vs Prairie Falcon

Just because you can identify the Millennium Falcon does not mean you are prepared to identify all other falcons. In fact, I would guess you are woefully unprepared.

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08.04.2025

Bad Bird Reviews: Northern Cardinal

A Northern Cardinal's bite is much worse than its bark. Luckily, most fingers are not attached to sunflower seeds.

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04.04.2025

Bad Bird Reviews: Black-capped Chickadee

Black-capped Chickadees are grumpy and want you to get off their lawn. Buckle in for a Bad Bird Review.

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01.04.2025

Pining for Siskins - Update from the Bird Cams

Finch movements are continuing in the Rockies! Read on for an update from the Flocking Roost Bird Cams!

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31.03.2025

Top 5 Bugs for Backyard Birds

Bugs are a vital food source for many birds. Learn the best insects to keep around and the best ways to attract birds and bugs to your yard!

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28.03.2025

Sharp-Shinned Attack at the Bird Cams!

Check out this Sharp-shinned Hawk trying to catch dinner at our feeders!

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27.03.2025

Sandhill Cranes in Wyoming

This post will deal with Lesser vs Greater Sandhill Cranes, and tips on where to see cranes in Wyoming.

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24.03.2025

Our THIRD Feeder Cam is Live!

Feeder cam number three is LIVE!

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18.03.2025

The Great Sandhill Crane Migration

During the peak season of March 2022, I visited the Audubon Rowe Sanctuary in Kearney, Nebraska.

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17.03.2025

How to Seed Bomb: A Fierce Floral Phenomenon

Learn all about seed bombs! Seed bombs are a perfect solution to brighten up your neighborhood, support wildlife, and join a millennia-old practice.

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10.03.2025

Bringing Nature Closer

It's easy to forget that nature exists all around, not just in 'the great outdoors.' Keep reading to learn easy ways to bring nature closer.

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08.03.2025

Does bird flu make it unsafe to feed wild birds? - A bird flu update (March 2025)

People are worried, and I understand that worry. Let's talk about where the concern should be placed and where we can still feel secure enjoying our birds.

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05.03.2025

Second FeederCam is Live!

I am excited to share that we have launched our second live stream from our backyard bird feeders.

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25.02.2025

10 Amazing Bug Facts: Why Insects Are So Cool

Insects and their ilk are really cool. They’re everywhere and exhibit a wide array of interesting behaviors! Learn about the most amazing bug facts!

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20.02.2025

How to "get lucky" when birding (A Guide to Finding More Rare Birds)

You have likely gotten lucky. I have definitely gotten lucky. We have all gotten lucky (I hope). But not everyone knows what it takes... to get lucky.

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19.02.2025

Turf grass: Lawn or con?

America has an obsession with turf grass, but exactly how much of a problem do our landscaping habits create? Explore some of the issues with lawns and the easy ways we can turn them into wildlife-friendly places!

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19.02.2025

ANNOUNCEMENT: Join our Flocking Around Feedercam

Flocking Around, in partnership with the Finch Research Network and AspenSong Birdseed, has started a live stream of some of our backyard bird feeders.

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19.02.2025

How to winter sow native seeds: Starting a wildlife garden

Dreaming of summertime to ward off winter dreariness? Start planting your wildlife garden! Winter is the perfect time to zip up your coats and begin sowing native seeds.

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19.02.2025

Explore the Top 5 Birding Wonders of the US: A Birdwatcher's Dream

The top 5 Birding Wonders of the US should have been 7 spots. The metric to standard conversion struck again.

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11.12.2024

Venomous Spiders of North America: How scared should you be?

Keister. Bottom. Rump. Derriere. Behind. Gluteus. The most common place for a black widow bite is on a person’s butt. Keep reading to...

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10.12.2024

A 2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Bird Nerds - Happy Flocking Holidays

Review the top bird gifts of the 2024 holiday season. And laugh. I definitely hope you laugh.

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20.11.2024

Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch - Learn the subspecies of this alpine finch

Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches appear across western North America every year! Learn the difference between the two subspecies groups.

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21.09.2024

Ring-billed Gull vs California Gull - A Tale of Two Larry's

Do you hate identifying gulls? Join the flock... Learn some 'Larry' or gull identification. This focus is on Ring-billed and California Gulls.

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20.09.2024

Birding in Yellowstone: LeHardy Rapids

Take a trip to LeHardy Rapids, as we highlight a birding spot from Yellowstone National Park!

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01.04.2024

Brush piles for birds | Create a Junco Gym™

Learn how to build a brush pile to attract juncos and other birds!

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04.12.2023

A top 5 gift guide for birders and birdwatchers

See a holiday wishlist fit for a birder!

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15.11.2023

See where finches might appear this winter!

Learn where to find finch irruptions for winter 2023/2024!

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13.10.2023

Lesser Sandhill Crane or Greater Sandhill Crane

Sandhill Cranes can differ greatly in size. Often, the size difference is attributed to age. However, we have multiple subspecies of Sandhill Crane in the United States, and these subspecies can vary greatly in size!

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13.10.2023

Common Goldeneye vs Barrow's Goldeneye Identification

These diving ducks can be confusing to new birders. Read below to learn the major ID points for discerning the Common Goldeneye from the Barrow's Goldeneye.

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21.08.2023

A proposal for the pigeon as a mascot!

Why isn't the pigeon an American football mascot?

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21.08.2023

Birding in Wyoming: Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge is likely the top shorebird/waterfowl birding spot in the state.

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07.08.2023

My seven favorite birding apps - What are the best birdwatching apps?

This is the ultimate list of top birding apps! So sayeth the Head Flocker!

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01.08.2023

Outdoor Activity for Kids: A Simple Yard Adventure

Try this simple and introductory-level activity to get kids outside!

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31.07.2023

Five Great Birding Destinations in August Across the US and Canada

Learn where to go for some great August birding!

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24.07.2023

Best backpacks and bags for birding

Save your neck. Save your back. Bring your gear in a pack.

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10.07.2023

Bad Bird Reviews: American Robin

Robins are noisy and pot-bellied. Laugh at them with me.

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Top 7 Most Hated Birds Native to North America

Birding at Oxbow Bend in Grand Teton National Park

Cultivars and Native Plants: A Grower's Guide

They Came in Like a RECR Ball!

Peregrine Falcon vs Prairie Falcon

Bad Bird Reviews: Northern Cardinal

Bad Bird Reviews: Black-capped Chickadee

Pining for Siskins - Update from the Bird Cams

Top 5 Bugs for Backyard Birds

Sharp-Shinned Attack at the Bird Cams!

Sandhill Cranes in Wyoming

Our THIRD Feeder Cam is Live!

The Great Sandhill Crane Migration

How to Seed Bomb: A Fierce Floral Phenomenon

Bringing Nature Closer

Does bird flu make it unsafe to feed wild birds? - A bird flu update (March 2025)

Second FeederCam is Live!

10 Amazing Bug Facts: Why Insects Are So Cool

How to "get lucky" when birding (A Guide to Finding More Rare Birds)

Turf grass: Lawn or con?

ANNOUNCEMENT: Join our Flocking Around Feedercam

How to winter sow native seeds: Starting a wildlife garden

Explore the Top 5 Birding Wonders of the US: A Birdwatcher's Dream

Venomous Spiders of North America: How scared should you be?

A 2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Bird Nerds - Happy Flocking Holidays

Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch - Learn the subspecies of this alpine finch

Ring-billed Gull vs California Gull - A Tale of Two Larry's

Birding in Yellowstone: LeHardy Rapids

Brush piles for birds | Create a Junco Gym™

A top 5 gift guide for birders and birdwatchers

See where finches might appear this winter!

Lesser Sandhill Crane or Greater Sandhill Crane

Common Goldeneye vs Barrow's Goldeneye Identification

A proposal for the pigeon as a mascot!

Birding in Wyoming: Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge

My seven favorite birding apps - What are the best birdwatching apps?

Outdoor Activity for Kids: A Simple Yard Adventure

Five Great Birding Destinations in August Across the US and Canada

Best backpacks and bags for birding

Bad Bird Reviews: American Robin

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