Wildlife Deep Dives

California Condors Are Critically Endangered, Part 1

California Condors Are Critically Endangered, Part 1

They’re very large birds – standing around 3-4.5 feet tall with a ten-foot wingspan. They weigh 18-30 pounds. They are the California Condor and they need our help in California, Utah, Arizona, and Mexico.

 

by OBDKon March 09, 2022
What is Ornithology?

What is Ornithology?

Ornithologists are those who work with and study birds. They may study them in the wild or a laboratory environment. Areas of study include physiology, behavior, population, and their place in their habitats.

 

 

by OBDKon March 07, 2022
Piping Plovers Are Endangered in Many States

Piping Plovers Are Endangered in Many States

Piping Plovers are a species of shorebird. They’ve faced difficulties with their population numbers because they face several threats in their habitats. Before 1918, they were almost hunted to extinction.
by OBDKon March 02, 2022
Deep Dive - The Mottled Owl

Deep Dive - The Mottled Owl

They stand 11 to almost 15 inches tall, with a wingspan of over 8 to almost 11 inches. They weigh between 6 and 12 ounces. They are the Mottled Owls, medium-sized owls that can be found in Mexico, Venezuela, Ecuador, Argentina, and Brazil
by OBDKon February 28, 2022
Can You Tell Ravens & Crows Apart?

Can You Tell Ravens & Crows Apart?

Do you know the difference between ravens and crows? It can be hard to tell them apart. However, there are some key differences between the two. Read more in our blog post "Can You Tell Ravens & Crows Apart?"

 

by OBDKon February 23, 2022
Deep Dive: Eurasian Scops Owl

Deep Dive: Eurasian Scops Owl

They stand at 6 to almost 8 inches tall, with a wingspan of 5 to 6.5 inches. They weigh between 2 and almost 5 ounces. They are found in Europe and Africa. Deep Dive with us about the Eurasian Scops Owl. 

 

by OBDKon February 21, 2022
What Is Wildlife Telemetry?

What Is Wildlife Telemetry?

Have you heard of banding? It’s a way to keep track of certain animals. It involves putting a small band (sometimes multiple) around a bird’s leg. Each band has a number on it for identification.

 

by OBDKon February 16, 2022
How Do Birds Attract Mates?

How Do Birds Attract Mates?

Birds of all kinds will do their best to attract a mate for the breeding season in the spring. Their efforts show off their strength and health – proving to the females that they’ll pass on strong genes to the offspring.

 

by OBDKon February 14, 2022
Utah Prairie Dog Recovery

Utah Prairie Dog Recovery

Today, we’re focusing on the Utah Prairie Dog. The only place they’re found is a small area of Utah. Out of all the prairie dogs, their habitat is the smallest. They are also a keystone species.

 

 

by OBDKon February 09, 2022
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