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  • 'Chirp Chat': Wisconsinites share the birds that sparked their interest in birding

    'Chirp Chat': Wisconsinites share the birds that sparked their interest in birding
    Jun 24 2024
    Think back to a time in your life when you saw a bird that piqued your interest and made you want to learn more about birds. That’s your spark bird! For this month’s Chirp Chat, Lake Effect’s Xcaret Nuñez asked listeners to share the moment they discovered their spark bird.
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    12 min
  • Chirp Chat: A closer look at Wisconsin’s fascinating birds of prey

    Chirp Chat: A closer look at Wisconsin’s fascinating birds of prey
    May 20 2024
    It’s peak birding season in Wisconsin, and if you look high in the sky, you’ll likely see some raptors soaring. Raptors like hawks, owls and vultures sometimes get a bad reputation, but these birds of prey play a huge ecological role.
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    17 min
  • Chirp Chat: Exploring the wonder of spring migration in Wisconsin

    Chirp Chat: Exploring the wonder of spring migration in Wisconsin
    Apr 11 2024
    If you've been outside lately, chances are you've heard Robins, Finches and Red-winged blackbirds singing out to let you know it’s the start of spring migration. But the best is yet to come.
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    13 min
  • Chirp Chat: Why some Wisconsin birds are getting new names

    Chirp Chat: Why some Wisconsin birds are getting new names
    Mar 28 2024
    The American Ornithological Society promised last November to rename all birds with English names, along with any other bird names deemed offensive and exclusionary. That includes birds like Cooper’s hawk, Wilson’s warbler, Franklin’s gull, and dozens more.
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    16 min
  • Chirp Chat: A beginner’s guide on how to start birding in Milwaukee

    Chirp Chat: A beginner’s guide on how to start birding in Milwaukee
    Feb 28 2024
    With the sun shining a little more lately, you may have noticed more birds chirping — making it a great time to head outdoors and explore our feathered friends.
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    16 min