When owls eat, the indigestible parts of prey, like the teeth, bones, fur or feathers, are formed into an oval mass called a pellet.
Tag: Birds
January Wildlife Viewing – Go Owling
Don’t let cold temperatures keep you cooped up inside this winter. January is a great time to look and listen for owls, an activity known as “owling.”
A few common birds’ nests in Nebraska
No matter the species and no matter the style of nest, all birds’ nests serve the same purpose: to protect eggs and hatchlings.
Bird Banding in the Panhandle
Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area and Chadron State Park band migratory birds each fall; in fall 2022, they banded nearly 700 song birds.
Birding During Fall Migration
Fall is an exciting time for birders in Nebraska, as our favorite birding locations can transform literally overnight.
Community Science for the Birds
Whether you’re a new or avid birder, community science is a great way to level up your hobby by contributing useful data to bird research.