One of my favorite things about being a naturalist is the feeling of being "in tune" with nature. That ability to look at which plants are …
Maine's Naturalist
Maine Naturalist Network: Fox at the Feeders
Over the coming months, Maine Audubon will feature posts by guest writers -- including participants in the Maine Master Naturalist …
The Great Backyard Bird Count — This Weekend!
Got an extra 15 minutes for birds this weekend? If so, you've got time to join the Great Backyard Bird Count! This free, fun, and easy …
Through the Lens with Nick Leadley: Introduction
Maine Audubon is proud to introduce you to our new series on wildlife photography Through the Lens with Nick Leadley. Each month Nick, a …
The Great Black Hawk: What Happens Now?
As you may have heard, Portland’s famous Great Black Hawk has been taken to a rehabilitation facility after being found on the ground in …
Momentos Naturales! “Nature Moments” Takes Root in Colombia
Nat Wheelwright's beloved "Nature Moments" video series was so well-received, he and his wife, Bowdoin professor Genie Wheelwright, decided …
What Are Maine Insects Doing in the Winter?
One of the small consolations of living through a cold, dark Maine winter is that, hey, at least we're not getting bitten by …
Maine Bird Superlatives: Our Fastest, Heaviest, Oldest Birds, and More!
Don't put away those decorations, because the holidays aren't over yet: Saturday, January 5th is National Bird Day! We at Maine Audubon …
Why Are Rare Birds Coming to Maine?
The national birding community is still in the grips of Great Black Hawk fever. Those of us who get excited about seeing rare birds are …
Seeing Beautiful New Birds At Your Feeders? They Might Be Evening Grosbeaks!
Some lucky Maine birders are seeing some unusual birds at their feeders this winter. They're yellow, but they're not goldfinches. They've …