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Birds and Birdwatching

Acorn Woodpecker, 3m:49s
Why is that tree full of acorns? Join Naturalist Ashley to discover the wonders of the Acorn Woodpecker. 

 

Barn Owls, 3m:29s
Many animals have adapted to live in our neighborhoods and communities. Join Naturalist Michael as we learn about the Barn Owls next door.

 

Barn Swallow, 11m:24s
Discover the lives and homes of these common birds. 

 

Bird Feet, 5m:00s
Dig deeper into the wonderful world of birds, as Naturalist Francis discusses their feet. 

 

Birding Basics, 2m:32s
There is a huge amount of nature that you can discover in your backyard, neighborhood, and thriving all around us. One of the easiest to spot are the various species of birds. Join Naturalist Erica to discover the basics of birding and learn skills to help you explore the hundreds of species that live throughout our East Bay Area. 

 

Blue Birds of Alameda, 3m:59s
Weighing in at just 1 ounce, these fierce featherweights are taking flight across Crab Cove and the entire East Bay. Join Naturalist Michael to discover more about these beautiful birds. 

 

Canada Geese, 2m:11s
They are loud, common, and often misunderstood. Discover more about these denizens of our parks. 

 

Cooper's Hawk, 6m:55s
Join Naturalist Michael to discover these swift fliers that are often found in our neighborhoods, as well as the forest.

Pelicans, 7m:02s
Discover the wonders of the smallest pelican in the world, as Naturalist Susan guides us through what makes this Bay Area creature so special. 

 

Peregrine Falcons, 5m:15s
These majestic birds can be seen soaring through the skies of the cities and hills of the Bay Area. Join Naturalist Michael as we discover more about our Peregrine Falcon Friends. 

 

Prairie Falcon Banding, 6m:52s
Join Wildlife Biologist Doug Bell and Naturalists Kevin and Virginia, to discover how researchers are caring for and protecting these fast, fierce, flyers. 

 

Rufous Hummingbirds, 3m:49s
These tiny birds, are amazing migrators! Join Naturalist Erica and explore the world of the Bay Area's smallest avian inhabitant. 

 

Shorebirds (Part 1), 8m:04s
Join Naturalist Susan as she teaches us some tips and tricks to identify some of the many shorebirds that make San Francisco Bay home. 

 

Wild Turkeys, 3m:52s
Look! More turkeys… Join Naturalist Ashley to discover more about these recent arrivals to our state. 

 

 

Habitats on Your Own Habitat, 3m:46s

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