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Great-horned Owl

Roseate Spoonbill

Oriental-pied Hornbill

Flame-faced Tanager

Allen's Hummingbird

American Flamingo

White-necked Jacobin

Scaly-naped Pigeon

Tricolored Heron

White-tailed Kite

Long-tailed Silky-Flycatcher

Central Coast Winter Swell

Red-tailed Hawk

Black-throated Mango

Ferruginous Hawk

White-nosed Coatimundi

Blue-crowned Parakeet

Malaysian Borneo Drone

White-fronted Nunbird

Buff-tailed Coronet

Florida Scrub Jay

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird

White-faced Capuchin

Fawn-breasted Brilliant

Harris's Antelope Squirrel

Large Frogmouth

Brown-throated Parakeet

American White Pelican

Black-crowned Pitta

Red-tailed Hawk

Fiery-throated Hummingbird

Rufous-breasted Hermit

Northern Sea Otter

Passerini's Tanager

Mountain Chickadee

Barred Antshrike

Humboldt’s Squirrel Monkey

Black-crowned Pitta

Black-cheeked Woodpecker

Western Tiger Swallowtail

Red-necked Phalarope

Florida Scrub Jay

Northern Sea Otter

Green Thorntail

Bushy-crested Hornbill

Pale-billed Woodpecker

Band-backed Wren

Lattice-tailed Trogon

Short-eared Owl

Red-tailed Hawk

American Crocodile

Costa Rica Landscape

Emerald Tanager

Sword-billed Hummingbird

Broad-billed Hummingbird

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird

Harris's Antelope Squirrel

Yellow Warbler (Mangrove)

Red-legged Honeycreeper

Collared Redstart

Purple-bibbed Whitetip

White-collared Manakin

Rufous-browed Peppershrike

American Flamingo

Black Oystercatcher

Yellow-throated Toucan

Reticulated Python

Bonaire Lighthouse

Bonaire Whiptail

Costa Rica Landscape

Collared Aracari

Northern Emerald-Toucanet

White-throated Crake

Red-tailed Hawk

Kinabatangan River Selfie

White-necked Jacobin

Crimson-collared Tanager

Three-wattled Bellbird

Bornean Slow Loris

Tufted Coquette

Tobago Landscape

Big Sur Astro Bridge

Swallowtail Butterfly

Violet Sabrewing

Velvet-purple Coronet

Double-toothed Kite

American Flamingo

White-tailed Kite

Big Sur Self-portrait

Surf Scoters & White-winged Scoter

Silver-throated Tanager

Peruvian Racket-tail

Collared Peccary

Wandering Tatler

Glaucous-winged Gull

California Thrasher

Brown-throated Parakeet

Lesson's Motmot

Long-tailed Manakin

Tropical Kingbird

Marbled Godwit & Willet

Baltimore Oriole

BIRDS by BIJS Video Productions

Playlist

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Walk with BIJS - Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

Walk with BIJS - Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

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WALKS with BIJS: Lake Merritt, Oakland, California

WALKS with BIJS: Lake Merritt, Oakland, California

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BIJS in the Field: Episode 1 - Alaska's Temperate Rainforests

BIJS in the Field: Episode 1 - Alaska's Temperate Rainforests

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BIJS in the Field: Episode 1 - Alaska's Temperate Rainforests

BIJS in the Field: Episode 1 - Alaska's Temperate Rainforests

0:09 / 9:28 BIJS In The Field : Episode 3 - BIJS Meets Canada

0:09 / 9:28 BIJS In The Field : Episode 3 - BIJS Meets Canada

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It’s been a minute since I shared some photos on

It’s been a minute since I shared some photos on here so enjoy these handsome Buff-tailed Coronets I photographed in Colombia!
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These handsome hummers are often ready to pose for some images!
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This is a species we’ll be able to see and photograph on both the NW Ecuador and Colombia birding tours next year!
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Check them out by visiting my website!
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Which frame is your favorite?

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Disappointing is an understatement 😭
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We had a blast exploring the Bolsa Chica Wetlands

We had a blast exploring the Bolsa Chica Wetlands and Ecological Preserve!
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This is one the premier salt-marsh habitats in Southern California and plays a critical role for breeding birds like threatened species Least Tern and Snowy Plover. It also is a hugely important spot for migrating shorebirds and overwintering waterfowl traveling along the Pacific Flyway.
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Over our 2 hour adventure we observed 53 different species!

Highlights included California Gnatcatcher, Reddish Egret, Black-headed Grosbeak, American Avocet, Redhead, Forster’s, Royal and Caspian Tern! We also got to see both Brown Pelican and the massive American White Pelican!
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Big thanks to everyone who came and brought all the fun birdy vibes!
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Join the fun on the next outing Oct 8th in North East LA by heading to my website and signing up today!
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We’ll only be out there dawn to dusk! Then you’ll have the rest of the day for yourself!
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Do you agree?? ✨✨✨ Let me know in the commen

Do you agree??
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Let me know in the comments!
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Keep doing you! 😂
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On Sunday a dozen of us gathered to learn all abou

On Sunday a dozen of us gathered to learn all about birds and explore the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Preserve, a hidden gem in the San Fernando Valley!
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We had some experienced birders, first timers and folks in-between!
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We made a nice loop around the wildlife lake looking and listening for resident and migratory birds! Although we weren’t able to locate the rare Eastern Kingbird everyone was able to check out the Least Bittern thats been hanging around recently!
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In total we observed 35 different species and had a blast connecting, observing and exploring nature together!
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Thanks to everyone who came out, and I look forward to seeing folks next Sunday, 9/24 at Bolsa Chica Wetlands for what is always a great time!
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To sign up for the next outing, hit the link in bio today!
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Painted Feather Birding Club is back in the field

Painted Feather Birding Club is back in the field after our summer break! 🌈✨🦜✌️

Today we met up and explored the Malibu Lagoon!
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We managed to observe 50 different species with highlights including Peregrine Falcon, Vaux’s Swift, Brant and a rare Common Tern!
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Other beauties present included Wrentit, Black-bellied Plover, Marbled Godwit, Whimbrel, Brown Pelican, Surfbird, at Elegant Tern, Royal tern, Great Egret, Snowy Egret, Great-blue Heron and Eared Grebe!
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Always great to out be in nature soaking up all the vibes!
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Next adventure is a sunset session on Oct 21st, so mark your calendar and DM @carltondewoody if you want to join us next time!!
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Tonight - Thursday, Sept 14th, 7 PM PST ✨✨✨

Tonight - Thursday, Sept 14th, 7 PM PST
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From Alaska to the high Andes of South America, join us as we explore the magic of hummingbirds!

With 360 species recognized globally, we’ll discuss their remarkable biology, expansive range, ecological significance, and the best way to attract them to your yard! Mouth-watering media and local hummingbird ID section included!
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Head to MarinAudubon.org and register under SPEAKER SERIES!

Hope to see you there!
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Had a great morning with my clients this morning!

Had a great morning with my clients this morning!
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I shared lots of great tips on how to identify birds by sight and sound and what tools to use before heading into the field!
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I’ve got a great walk happening this Sunday at the Sepulveda Basin and there are still a few spots available! Head over to my bio link to sign up!
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Check out my Colombia 2024 Tour! ✨✨✨ Head to

Check out my Colombia 2024 Tour!
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Head to my website via my bio to learn all about this incredible 12-day birding extravaganza!
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Colombia has the highest bird diversity in the wor

Colombia has the highest bird diversity in the world!
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Now’s your chance to experience the best of the Western and Central Andes!
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Hit the INTL tours link in my bio to learn all about this incredible 12-day tour with @juanlopez_bird_tours 🔥
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Owls have mastered the ability to mask the sounds

Owls have mastered the ability to mask the sounds of flight!
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They have sound-dampening structures which allow them to fly without making any sound!

Here’s how:

The structure of their feathers serves as a silencer. As air moves across their wings comb-like serrations on the leading edge break up the air that would normally make a “swoosh” sound. This air is further silenced as it moves across a soft fringe on the wing’s trailing edge, contributing to nocturnal owls unbelievable arsenal of adaptations.
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So next time someone tells you they heard an owl flyby, it might just be the night playing tricks on them, because these accomplished hunters don’t make a peep in flight!
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ID: Mottled Owl from the Cloud Forest of Monteverde
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What other owls facts do you know? Drop em in the comments!👇
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Join us for an incredible 12-day birding tour expl

Join us for an incredible 12-day birding tour exploring the best of Colombia’s Western and Central Andes.
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Unparalleled in its diversity, Colombia is home to nearly 2,000 species of birds. During our time together, we will seek out some of the 80 endemics and wade through gorgeous tanagers, stunning hummingbirds, illusive Tapaculos, agreeable antpittas, trained toucans, crazy cotingas, and so much more!
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Sign up today and load up your life list on a trip of a lifetime!

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What’s your favorite bird in LA? 🌆 ✨✨✨

What’s your favorite bird in LA? 🌆
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Today we had an awesome outing at Malibu Creek State Park!
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We learned about identifying birds by ear, by size and shape, and some of the best tools to up your birding game!
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Join us for an upcoming outing by heading to my website!
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Spaces are limited so sign up today!
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Next Outing: Sunday, Sept 17th at the Sepulveda Basin in Van Nuys!
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Travel with me to Colombia! 🦜 ✨✨✨ Learn m

Travel with me to Colombia! 🦜
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Learn more on my website today!
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What’s the rarest bird you’ve spotted? 👀
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Flapping in from Channel 7 Birds 📹 ✨✨✨ Ma

Flapping in from Channel 7 Birds 📹
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Attn LA Birders: Fall Birding Series Walk #1 Join

Attn LA Birders: Fall Birding Series Walk #1

Join BIRDS by BIJS and up to 15 participants for a fun, educational bird and ecology adventure at Malibu Creek State Park in beautiful Calabasas!

**8 spots currently available!
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- Event Details -

Date: Sunday, Sept 10th @9am
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Trail Type & Difficulty: ~2 miles of walking on packed trail
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Restroom Access: Flush toilets at trailhead
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How to get there: See email 24 hours before event
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Ecosystem Type: Oak Woodland, River, Coastal Sage Scrub
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Elevation: 928'
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Possible Birds:

Mallard, California Quail, Band-tailed Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Allen's Hummingbird, Great Blue Heron, Great Egret, Snowy Egret, Green Heron, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Belted Kingfisher, Acorn Woodpecker, Nuttall's Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, American Kestrel, Nanday Parakeet, Black Phoebe, Cassin's Kingbird, California Scrub-Jay, American Crow, Common Raven, Oak Titmouse, Bushtit, Wrentit, White-breasted Nuthatch, Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, Canyon Wren, House Wren, Western Bluebird, Phainopepla, House Finch, Lesser Goldfinch, California Towhee, Orange-crowned Warbler, Cooper's Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk and more!
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Register today through my bio!
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The Crimson-collared Tanager is an undoubtedly han

The Crimson-collared Tanager is an undoubtedly handsome bird found in Mexico and Central America!
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Today is my last day in the highlands of Monteverde for many moons, but Alexa and I are heading to the Pacific lowlands for a few days of birdcation targeting some country birds and lifers!
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Stay tuned in the stories for all the fun!

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My neighborhood is wild! 🍃🐍✨
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