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mattmoore.design
Photographer in Kansas, USA
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About the size of a Robin, Killdeer can be found in expansive open areas such as pastures and fields. They are proficient swimmers despite being the least water-associated shore bird. #birds

submitted 13 days ago • 1 comment

Wood Ducks typically lay eggs from February through April. Their ducklings are precocial, meaning they can immediately walk, swim, and find their own food. After only 8 weeks, they’re ready to take flight! #birds

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The Canada Goose wasn’t always a common sight due to habitat destruction and overhunting. Today, their population exceeds 5 million across North America thanks to conservation efforts. #birds

submitted 29 days ago • 0 comments

Barred Owls don’t migrate, and they don’t even move around very much. Of 158 birds that were banded and then found later, none had moved farther than 6 miles away. #birds -All About Birds

submitted 30 days ago • 0 comments

Wood nuthatch (Sitta europaea) #birds #nature #wildlife #outdoor

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Fruit makes up the majority of the American Robin’s winter diet. Some become intoxicated if eating only honeysuckle berries. #birds

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Juvenile Red-Tailed Hawks have pale yellowish eyes but over several years they turn dark brown which marks their transition to adulthood. #birds

submitted 32 days ago • 2 comments

Snow Geese are impressive on foot as well as wing. Goslings can walk up to 50 miles with their parents only three weeks after birth. #birds

submitted 33 days ago • 1 comment

While migrating, Mallard Ducks have been estimated to fly at 55 miles per hour or 88.5 kilometers per hour! #bird

submitted 34 days ago • 1 comment

The red in male House Finches comes from pigment in their food. Research suggests females prefer to mate with the reddest male they can find, hopefully raising the chances they get a capable mate. #bird

submitted 35 days ago • 0 comments

Canadian Geese catching some Zs and trying to stay warm #birds

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Did you know that despite their impressive size, Great Blue Herons only weigh 5 to 6 pounds? #birds

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A fluffy Tufted Titmouse out for a stroll #bird

submitted 38 days ago • 1 comment

Song Sparrow puffed up on a cold Kansas day #addbirder #birds

submitted 40 days ago • 1 comment