Think of a bird with such exquisite camouflage that even the sharpest human eyes fall short, a bird that occupies the mysterious twilight realm after days end but before nightfall. It lives in this thin space, designed to be heard and not seen, known only by its evocative call, Whip-poor-will. It is no wonder that […]
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Two weeks ago I wrote about the dearth of spring migrants in New Hampshire due to a stationary weather system that dominated the region in early May. It blocked birds’ northward progress out of the Gulf States until the system dissipated on May 9th, and immediately thereafter a wave of new arrivals appeared. I led […]
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There is only one spot left on the last Star Island trip of the spring, this coming Monday May 27th. Be warned though – New Hampshire Chronicle will be joining us to film a segment on Birdwatching in New Hampshire! Let me know asap if you are interested by e-mailing me at eric.masterson AT myfairpoint.net […]
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Perhaps you have noticed that birdsong has been a little insipid this spring. The woods have been quieter than usual because the birds are late arriving. I am still waiting for a host of species to show up in my yard, including such staples as Great Crested Flycatcher, Red-eyed Vireo, and Veery. Of the migrants […]
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I will be appearing at the following venues to discuss all things birds and birding: Harris Center – Sunday April 14, 2-4pm Keene Toadstool Bookstore — Sunday April 21, 2pm Peterborough Toadstool Bookstore —Saturday April 27, 11am Hancock Public Library —Thursday May 2, 7-9pm Milford Toadstool Bookstore —Saturday May 4, 2pm Lyme Public Library —Tuesday June 4, 7-9pm Fitzwilliam […]
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