Category Archives: Murphys Point

Bird of the Month: Evening Grosbeak

Another beautiful winter bird around here is the Evening Grosbeak. These large, chunky birds can be mistaken for a large goldfinch from a distance but up close you will notice the giant bill and striking colour difference between their white … Continue reading

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Bird of the Month: Pileated Woodpecker

Pileated woodpeckers are a large, striking birds that stand out in a forest any time of year. Being about the size of a crow, black and white with a bright red crest, there’s not much a pileated woodpecker can be … Continue reading

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Bird of the Month: Bohemian Waxwing

This striking bird is one of the most stunning birds around if you can get a good look at them! Bohemian waxwings are a soft greyish brown colour overall but have beautiful red, yellow and white wing patterns along with … Continue reading

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