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Rare brown jay spotted in Texas—why it matters

A brown jay, one of the rarest birds in the U.S., was just photographed at the Saliñeno Wildlife Preserve in Texas for the first time in over a decade. Local birdwatchers are buzzing, but this moment is bittersweet: experts say there may be fewer than nine brown jays left in the country, all within a single mile. This sighting is a powerful reminder of how much bird populations have dropped—down by a third since 1970. It’s a wake-up call for conservation, but also a glimmer of hope. How do you feel about the balance between rare wildlife and our daily lives? #Science #TexasWildlife #BirdWatching

This Bird Is Basically a Real-Life Dinosaur

Ever seen a shoebill? Imagine a 4-foot-tall bird with an 8-foot wingspan, just chilling in a Ugandan swamp, looking like it walked straight out of Jurassic Park. Bird guide Nick Kleer finally spotted one in the wild and called it a 'dinosaur.' These birds are rare, statuesque, and have a beak that can take down fish—or even baby crocs. Bird nerds, add this to your bucket list! #Science #shoebill #birdwatching

Magpies Take Over the Garden!

You’ve gotta see this: a gardener’s TikTok just blew up after a whole squad of magpies dropped by for a pit stop. These birds aren’t just pretty faces—they’re smart, chatty, and actually help keep the garden healthy. Turns out, magpies’ rep for stealing shiny stuff is mostly myth! If you want more feathered friends in your yard, try planting native plants and let nature do its thing. Who knew gardening could be this entertaining? #Home #magpies #birdwatching

Spotting Florida’s rarest cranes up close

Seeing a five-foot-tall white Whooping Crane in Florida is a true wildlife jackpot—these endangered birds were nearly wiped out, and now only a handful winter here under close watch. Meanwhile, Florida Sandhill Cranes, with their gray feathers and red crowns, have become such locals that you might spot them strolling through neighborhoods or golf courses. Both species are vital to our wetlands, but face threats from development and habitat loss. Have you ever seen either of these cranes in the wild? What do you think we can do as a community to help protect their habitats? #Pets #FloridaWildlife #Birdwatching

Spotting Pennsylvania’s most colorful neighbors

Step outside and you might be surprised by how many feathered friends call Pennsylvania home! From the electric blue of the Indigo Bunting to the fiery red of the Northern Cardinal, our backyards and parks are alive with color and song. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just love watching from your window, there’s something special about recognizing these local birds. Have you noticed any new visitors at your feeder lately, or do you have a favorite bird you look out for each season? Let’s swap stories and tips for attracting more of these beauties to our neighborhoods! #Pets #PennsylvaniaBirds #Birdwatching

This is a beautiful bird, also very smart . I didn’t know what kind it was . Had to ask the internet. Any bird lovers know what kind without looking it up . a couple of ladies and I found it at the lake in Granville 🦅 #BirdWatching