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Catherine’s Corner – Allen’s Hummingbird – Selasphorus Sasin Sedentaris

This spring I had an Allen’s Hummingbird nest just outside my backyard door. Whenever I find a nest inmy yard, my first reaction is one of pure joy, but is always followed by a little anxiety. I have seen somany nests fail. It is the way of the world, and I know this, but even

General
3 min

Unlocking the secrets of Warblers: A guide to identification and habitats of European Warblers

This guide assists birdwatchers in identifying common species such as Chiffchaff, Willow Warbler, and Eurasian Blackcap and provides key visual markers.

Conservation
5 min

Catherine’s Corner – LA Noir

Spring comes early to Southern California. I hear cacophony in the yard, especially on sunny days, a small reminder of seasons in a place where seasons often seem absent. It feels surprising. Birds become quite vocal and territorial here in February, a month I normally associate with gray, and white, and silence. I am accustomed

General
3 min

Catherine’s Corner – A Great Gray Ghost

Catherine Hamilton, Artist and ZEISS Birding Ambassador, shares some of her art and her dream of crossing paths with a Great Gray Owl at Yellowstone National Park.

General
3 min

How Thermal Imaging Technology assists in Research and Monitoring

A researcher giving insights on how thermal imaging technology supports surveys on night migration and the effects of artificial light on birds.

Experience,Conservation
2 min

„Thermal imaging cameras are a real game changer in Birding!”

An interview with Toby carter about his use of ZEISS DTIs and why they open up new perspectives for him, especially in daylight.

General,Experience
3 min

The Uplifting Power of Birds – Julia Zarankin

Julia Zarankin is a writer, lecturer and birdwatcher from Toronto and author of the book “Field Notes from an Unintentional Birder”. Read more about the joy she has while being in nature.

Experience,Community,General
3 min

School of Birding – First class dismissed!

The first ZEISS supported “School of Birding” in the Scottish Highlands in November 2023 was a huge success. Read more about it in our newest blog story.

Experience,Community
5 min

Julia’s Field Notes: Heron Bonanza

Julia Zarankin about a special observation of different heron species during a guided walk in her local patch in Toronto.

Experience,Community
3 min

Unforgettable Arctic Adventure: The Majesty of the North with ZEISS SFL Binoculars

Jennifer’s journey with the untamed takes her on an unforgettable Arctic adventure. With her SFL binoculars she discovers polar bears, arctic skuas and many more.

Destination
8 min