Here’s Part 3 of our Big Island Birding series — we saved the best for last! In this post, we’ll explore the remainder of the birds we enjoyed in Hawai‘i over New Year’s 2023, including several endemics and other fun encounters. Continue reading “Big Island Birding Part 3 – Hawaiian Endemics & Other Fun Stuff”
Category: Birding Trip Reports
A Day at Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve (Los Angeles County)
Last month, we found ourselves in Los Angeles County with a day to spare for birding. Why were we in LA County, you might ask? Continue reading “A Day at Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve (Los Angeles County)”
A Four-Wren Day in Morro Bay
We recently stopped in Morro Bay (San Luis Obispo County) for a day and enjoyed the birds and critters. Let’s set the scene… As we strolled the Embarcadero, barking California sea lions and squawking Western Gulls competed for “Most Enthusiastic Welcoming Committee,” while sea otters lounged lazily in the distance. Continue reading “A Four-Wren Day in Morro Bay”
Big Island Birding Part 2 – Familiar Favorites
In this Part 2 post, we’ll explore some Big Island birds we recognized from the mainland. Continue reading “Big Island Birding Part 2 – Familiar Favorites”
Big Island Birding Part 1 – Town & Abundant Birds
Over the holidays, we visited the island of Hawaiʻi (the Big Island) and enjoyed some wonderful birds. In this post, we’ll explore some of the birds we observed in abundance around populated town areas. Many of these species were introduced some time ago, and have now become naturalized. Continue reading “Big Island Birding Part 1 – Town & Abundant Birds”
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park is a wonderful 580-acre park adjacent to the University of Nevada, Reno. Among many other features, the park hosts The Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Continue reading “Rancho San Rafael Regional Park”