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Bird Identification Without Binoculars: Part 2
The DBC Board is pleased to present Mini-Tutorials on the DBC YouTube Channel. Joe Suchecki, The Springbrook Birder, brings us part two of his introduction to birding by ear-identifying birds by listening to their songs, calls, chip notes, and non-vocal sounds. Sounds travel far, and tuning into them will allow you to identify a lot more bird species, including those that look similar to each other, and those that skulk in hard-to-see-places. With about 250 species appearing in our area, Joe prevents you from feeling overwhelmed and gets you started in methods for learning to open your ears and […]
Mini-Tutorial: Bird Identification without Binoculars: Part 1
The DBC Board is pleased to present Mini-Tutorials on the DBC YouTube Channel. Joe Suchecki, The Springbrook Birder, returns with a two-part mini-tutorial on birding by ear-identifying birds by listening to their songs, calls, chip notes, and non-vocal sounds. Each bird species has its own unique set of sounds. Learn some basics about bird communication and the difference between a song and a call, including examples from the American Robin and Bobolink. Then tune in for part two, coming soon! For more on birds and birding in DuPage County, visit https://www.dupagebirding.org​. As meetings and field trips have been altered […]
Upcoming Outreach Presentation: Landscaping for Birds & Pollinators
Landscaping for Birds & Pollinators will be presented by Denis Kania, DuPage Birding Club and Instructor with The Morton Arboretum, on Sunday, April 25, 1:00pm-4:00pm. You’ve made the decision to landscape for nature, but how we landscape and the features in our yards can have varying levels of benefit for local wildlife. Both bird and insect populations are declining, but collectively we can make small changes at home that have positive environmental impacts. Learn about the right plants, trees and shrubs that attract pollinators and provide food and shelter for birds. Learn what management practices will enhance the quality of […]