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Author: Jamie Wells

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With a lifelong passion for birds, I’ve spent countless hours observing and photographing avian wonders both at home and during my travels.

Whether traveling to distant countries in search of species I've never spotted or simply enjoying the wonderful blue jays and northern cardinals (I love colorful birds) in my backyard, I always find joy in every feathered encounter.

As a proud member of both the Society of Canadian Ornithologists and the American Ornithological Society, I combine my love of nature with a commitment to conservation while striving to protect the habitats that birds and all animals call home.
hummingbird feeder
Bird Science

8 Hummingbird Feeder Mistakes: Common Errors to Avoid for Healthy Birds

ByJamie Wells July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

Attracting hummingbirds to your yard requires more than just placing hummingbird feeder filled with nectar and then leaving it. These…

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Klages's Gnatcatcher
South America

Klages’s Gnatcatcher: Discovering the Charismatic Bird of the Southwest

ByJamie Wells June 21, 2025June 21, 2025

Klages’s Gnatcatcher is a small bird that folks often miss, but it has a few quirks that make it worth…

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Scallop-breasted Antpitta
South America | Near Threatened

Scallop-breasted Antpitta: A Rare Gem of the Andean Cloud Forests

ByJamie Wells June 16, 2025June 16, 2025

The Scallop-breasted Antpitta is such a fascinating bird—its looks and habits are just wild. You’ll know it right away by…

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Common Grackle
North America | Least Concern

Common Grackle: The Vibrant Bird You’ll See Everywhere This Summer

ByJamie Wells June 16, 2025July 2, 2025

The Common Grackle is a large blackbird known for its striking appearance and social behavior. This bird is recognized for…

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Common Raven
North America | Europe | Least Concern

Common Raven: The Intelligent Avian Wonder of Our Skies

ByJamie Wells June 16, 2025July 2, 2025

The Common Raven, or Corvus corax, really stands out as one of those birds that you can’t help but admire….

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Ring-necked Duck
North America | Least Concern

Ring-necked Duck: A Journey into the Life and Habitats of This Unique Waterfowl

ByJamie Wells June 16, 2025June 16, 2025

The Ring-necked Duck stands out for its striking looks and quirky behaviors. You’ll spot them in all sorts of wetland…

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Maned Duck
Australasia | Least Concern

Maned Duck: A Fascinating Look at the Uniquely Plumed Australian Waterfowl

ByJamie Wells June 16, 2025June 16, 2025

The Maned Duck, also known as Chenonetta jubata, is a distinctive species native to Australia. These ducks are recognized for…

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White-chinned Petrel
Antarctica | Vulnerable

White-chinned Petrel: Master of the Southern Ocean and Its Dynamic Habitat

ByJamie Wells June 16, 2025June 16, 2025

The white-chinned petrel, known scientifically as Procellaria aequinoctialis, is a remarkable seabird that captivates bird watchers and researchers alike. These…

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Slaty-tailed Trogon
South America | Least Concern

Slaty-tailed Trogon: The Vibrant Jewel of Central America’s Rainforests

ByJamie Wells June 15, 2025June 15, 2025

The Slaty-tailed Trogon, or Trogon massena if you want to get scientific, stands out as a striking bird mostly hanging…

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Bay Antpitta
South America

Bay Antpitta: Discover the Enigmatic Bird of the Amazon Rainforest

ByJamie Wells June 15, 2025June 15, 2025

The Bay Antpitta, or Grallaria capitalis, is one of those birds that just grabs your attention if you’re into birdwatching…

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