Lazuli Bunting in Florida

We just saw this Lazuli Bunting, 1st year male, at a feeder in Ft. Myers, Florida, where he is not supposed to be. Lazuli Buntings are usual...

Barn Swallows are migrating now!

Down here on Sanibel Island, FL we are now seeing Barn Swallows migrating north along the beach and they're coming your way! These beaut...

Northern Gannet Bonanza

Spectacular Northern Gannets were flying by in large numbers. It can take 4-5 years for them to reach their white adult plumage. Younger bir...

Who-Cooks-For-You

We just visited Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and the highlight was this Barred Owl. Barred Owls nest there in hollow trees and, if you're l...

Short-tailed Hawk, a Florida specialty

Short-tailed Hawk, another sought-after Florida speciality for birders and not easy to see. This bird breeds primarily in southern and centr...

Mangrove Cuckoo, the holy grail of SW FL birding

Mangrove Cuckoos are striking, but elusive birds found in Southwest Florida. They can sit still in the vegetation and you would never know t...

Swallow-tailed Kites, Wow!

The Swallow-tailed Kites have returned from migration here on Sanibel Island, FL. These beautiful birds winter mainly in South America and r...