Explore these Alaska-focused videos to jump-start your bird knowledge! Be sure to check out the links below for other great learning resources.
Birdwatching Basics: How to get started, and why!
Why is birdwatching one of America’s fastest-growing activities? How do I get started? How can I support conservation through birdwatching? Boy oh boy, does the Alaska Songbird Institute has answers for you!
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Bird ID episode 1: using SHAPE to identify birds
So you’ve realized that birds are awesome, and you’re ready to learn more. Now, how on earth do you identify them? This is the first video of our four-part series on identifying birds.
Click here to explore bird species by shape
Bird ID episode 2: using COLOR as a field mark
Birds ~literally~ brighten up our world with bursts of color! Get some tips on how to use color as a field mark to identify birds in this second installment of our Bird Identification series!
Click here to explore Cornell’s interactive BIRD ANATOMY website!
Bird ID episode 3: HABITAT and BEHAVIOR as clues
Let’s use context clues to make identifying birds a whole lot easier! Learn about using range maps, assessing habitat, and reading bird behavior to become better birders.
Bird ID episode 4: Bird SONGS & CALLS
From musical trills to harsh cacophonies, birds make all sorts of sounds! Let’s use those sounds to improve our ID skills.
Click here to play BIRD SONG HERO, a song ID game!
Click here for REVIEWS of bird song apps for iPhone and Android
Click here for a top-notch RESOURCE for learning about birds: Cornell’s All About Birds guide!
Backyard Bird Hero
Only YOU can be a Bird Hero in your backyard!
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