Birding University
Birding University, Chad J Witko, Will Stollsteimer, Steven LamondeBirding University is an educational ecosystem helping birders of all backgrounds grow their skills in birding, conservation, and community—because birding is for everyone.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Daily |
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| Issues | 143 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 4 days ago |
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Birding Tip: How to Document a Rare Bird
Raptors like the Yellow-headed Caracara have incredible potential for vagrancy | Kevin Vande Vusse.
Welcome to the birdy side of the internet! This week’s newsletter pairs a long-awaited rediscovery with a practical skill for documenting r...
Bird’s Eye View: September 2026
A curated monthly roundup of the birding resources worth your time
Welcome to Bird’s Eye View! It’s been nearly a year since we last featured this offering, and we are glad to have it back in our paid subscribers' inboxes.
Birding Tip: Upload Audio Files with Merlin Bird ID
The Barred Owl has a distinct song that rings through the forest | Kevin Vande Vusse.
Welcome to the birdy side of the internet! This week’s newsletter pairs a remarkable migration spectacle with a practical guide on how to enhance your eB...
Photo Essay: Montezuma NWR
Exploring a premier wetland complex in search of waterfowl and more
At the north end of Cayuga Lake in New York’s Finger Lakes region, a vast mosaic of wetlands, swamps, grasslands, shrublands, and forests provides a haven for birds travel...
Birding Tip: Go With the Wind
To find migrating warblers in fall, don't just rely on luck; learn the patterns that help them migrate | Kevin Vande Vusse.
Welcome to the birdy side of the internet! This week’s newsletter pairs a noteworthy gathering of threatened Austra...
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Authors
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Helping birders of all backgrounds grow their skills in birding, conservation, and community—because birding is for everyone.
Ornithologist, birder, conservation advocate, gardener, and bassist.
Ornithologist, birder, native plant enthusiast, and searcher of surf and stone
Ecologist, birder, biodiversity advocate, and GIS geek
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