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Dr. Sarah Jenkins

Rouge River Bird Observatory

Dr. Sarah Jenkins
As Director of the Rouge River Bird Observatory, my passion is understanding and conserving North America's bird populations. Join me in connecting our community with nature through detailed field observations and habitat protection. Every bird counts.
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The Winter Mystery: Why Carolina Wrens Vanish and Reappear

The Winter Mystery: Why Carolina Wrens Vanish and Reappear

The Carolina Wren ( Thryothorus ludovicianus ) is a bird of character, known for its loud, teakettl…
Winter Feast: The Foraging Ecology of Cedar and Bohemian Waxwings

Winter Feast: The Foraging Ecology of Cedar and Bohemian Waxwings

During the winter months, the sight of a flock of Waxwings descending on a berry-laden shrub is one…
Nature’s Rare Palettes: Understanding Leucism and Odd Plumages in Birds

Nature’s Rare Palettes: Understanding Leucism and Odd Plumages in Birds

In the vast world of birdwatching, few things are as breathtaking as spotting a bird that defies it…
Balancing the Ecosystem: The Impact of Free-Ranging Cats on Avian Life

Balancing the Ecosystem: The Impact of Free-Ranging Cats on Avian Life

The relationship between domestic cats and wild birds is one of the most complex and emotionally ch…
Found a Banded Bird? Your Complete Guide to Reporting and Avian Research

Found a Banded Bird? Your Complete Guide to Reporting and Avian Research

Finding a bird with a tiny aluminum or colored band on its leg is like discovering a secret message…
Avian Bill Deformities: Insights from Long-Term Banding Research at RRBO

Avian Bill Deformities: Insights from Long-Term Banding Research at RRBO

In the study of avian pathology, few conditions are as striking or as concerning as beak abnormalit…
European Goldfinches in the Great Lakes: Escapees or New Neighbors?

European Goldfinches in the Great Lakes: Escapees or New Neighbors?

In recent years, one of the most debated topics among birders in the Great Lakes region has been th…
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