Herb Wilson
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PublishedJune 26, 2016
Birding: Rails are heard but seldom seen
A sighting of two king rails in Wells excites birders.
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PublishedMay 29, 2016
Birding: Red-eyed vireos are here and are heard
The species makes it back to Maine for spring.
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PublishedMay 15, 2016
Birding: Red-bellied woodpeckers are making their presence known
After rapid expansion in Connecticut, the species is establishing a stronghold in Maine.
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PublishedApril 17, 2016
Birding: Carolina parakeet deserved better fate
Long extinct, the colorful birds benefited people by eating weeds.
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PublishedApril 3, 2016
Birding: Owling can be a real hoot during courting season in April
But oftentimes these splendid birds are more easily heard than seen.
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PublishedDecember 13, 2015
Birding: Feeding birds has long nourished our souls
The tradition can be traced at least as far back as Henry David Thoreau.
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PublishedOctober 18, 2015
Birding: Common eiders have their home
Maine has proven an ideal location for the species.
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