March 19, 2025

Dabblers & Divers: Birding for Spring Waterfowl and Similar Species 

By Albert Jackson, Conservation Technician

Wildlife

With spring just ahead temperatures are rising, days are getting longer, and ice is melting. For the various species of waterbirds in northeast Ohio this means access to important resources... more

September 16, 2024

Best Practices of Backyard Bird Feeding

By Kenzie Morris, Conservation Intern

Wildlife

Backyard bird feeding is a popular and enjoyable activity for many nature enthusiasts. It offers a chance to observe and appreciate local wildlife up close. However, while bird feeding can... more

July 25, 2023

Bird Banding at the Holden Arboretum

By Mike Watson, Conservation Biologist

Wildlife

Biologists use many tools to study birds and their behavior – binoculars, cameras, automatic recorders – but one of the simplest tools is the leg band.  Leg bands have been... more

February 24, 2022

Eagles in Town

By Matt Edwards, Animal Care Specialist

Wildlife

As many people know, Ohio’s bald eagle population has seen a dramatic increase over the past several decades. From a low of 4 breeding pairs in 1979 they had increased... more

January 20, 2022

Birds and Berries

Wildlife

By: Alyssa Zearley, Nursery Technician Berries are an important winter food source for animals. This is especially true for songbirds. While some birds like cedar waxwings eat fruit all year... more

December 30, 2021

Winter Birding at the Arboretum 

Wildlife

The forests and gardens transition into a pristine, white canvas in winter- an ideal backdrop for spotting many types of birds that spend the winter season on the property.   Here are... more

March 2, 2021

Backyard Bird Watch

Wildlife

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