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Biology of Barn Owls and How Boxes Help
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84959398693 Several years ago, Scott and his colleagues noticed that Barn Owls seemed to be declining in Northern Colorado, due to loss of habitat and loss of nesting sites. That’s when he decided to do something about it and began constructing nest boxes for the owls and placing them in the proper habitat so the birds have safe places to breed and raise their families. They began placing video cameras inside and outside several nest boxe
Register by Nov. 21: Kissimmee River Eco Tour, Dec. 6
Interested in learning about the Kissimmee River and the largest river restoration in the world? Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies at Riverwoods Field Lab offers field-based environmental science and education programs for students, educators, and adults via pontoon boat. The Eco-tours offer participants a first-hand view of the Restoration Project illustrating the inter-disciplinary nature of environmental science and management. You learn about


Sightings: Davis Park Field Trip
By Lynn Mitchell, TAS Volunteer This Red-shouldered Hawk captured a squirrel at Davis Park during a bird walk. Photo by Mic McCarty On the morning of Sept. 20, twelve participants joined Mic McCarty, field trip coordinator, for a field trip at Davis Park, one of the lesser-known parks in Hillsborough County. While the park is often frequented by dog walkers, it is increasingly recognized by nature enthusiasts and bird watchers as a hidden gem for observing a vari


Feasting with Our Feathered Friends
By Wild Birds Unlimited, Tampa How do we define feasting? Its basic meaning describes the consumption of an elaborate meal, often accompanied by entertainment, which takes place to mark a special event. Sure sounds like Thanksgiving, right? Thanksgiving, for many of us, is a day when we settle down to an impeccable table, often decked out with the special china, to partake in a feast of the best and most abundant food of the season, all while sharing it with our closest


Mic's Picks: Bird Magazines Worth Reading
Photo Caption: Northern Flicker, Credit: Richard Derevan/Audubon Photography Awards By Mic McCarty, Field Trip Coordinator Birders have several magazines to choose from for learning about birds and related issues. I subscribe to five and recommend them all. Here are some key points to help you pick one to expand your knowledge and enjoyment. Members of the Tampa Audubon Society receive subscriptions to both the Audubon Florida Naturalist magazine and the national publicati


What I've Learned on Tampa Audubon Field Trips
By Ann Paul, President Ann Paul, President I’ve been amazed at how much going on field trips to see birds and other wildlife with Tampa Audubon, the Florida Ornithological Society, and others has come to mean to me. And what I have learned along the way. So I thought I’d share some of my feelings, thoughts, and insights with you. 1) Be patient. Trying to see small birds flying in and among leafy trees and in forests or trying to figure out which shorebirds I’m looking at
Learn About Birds Online With OLLI
If you missed the presentations during the 2024 Florida Birding and Nature Festival, here is your chance to catch up! The Osher Lifelong...


Window Film Will Protect Birds at Lettuce Lake Park
Ann Paul, President I have to say that we just didn’t realize the problem. But fortunately, it came to our attention, at last. Birds...


Caching: Remember or Die!
Wild Birds Unlimited, Tampa Would you stake your life on your memory? For many of us, probably not! But if forced to, how would you...
Florida Young Birders Continue to Thrive
Tampa Bay Audubon Society Florida Young Birders Club Jim McGinity Report September 9, 2025 The Club is getting ready to start up...


Migrating Songbirds and Community Engagement with WEDU Public Television
Story and photo by Mic McCarty, Field Trip Coordinator On Aug. 9, beneath the broad Florida sky, Tampa Audubon Society orchestrated a...


Birds & Wildlife of Trinidad and Tobago
With Clint and Carole Quintana Naturally Trinbago Eco Expeditions Tampa Garden Club, 2629 Bayshore Blvd Thursday, Sept. 4 6:30 pm Potluck...


The Mystery of the Banded Florida Scrub-Jay at Golden Aster Preserve
Story by Mary Keith, Conservation Chair Photo by Ryan Scharf Ryan Scharf found and photographed this Florida Scrub-Jay in August at...


Climate Change is Changing our Future
Ann Paul, President Over the summer, Tampa Audubon has been busy! We had field trips, enjoyed some get togethers, worked on some projects...


2025 Bluebird Nesting Season Final Report
By Mary Miller, Bluebird Trail Coordinator Final Report (8-18-2025) for 2025 BB Nesting Season: Carrollwood Village Park: 20 BB...


eBird Mobile Just Got Better!
eBird recently made improvements to its mobile app. The list of improvements was compiled by our field trip coordinator and techie expert...


Make a Splash With Your Birds
By Wild Birds Unlimited, Tampa Tired of seeing the same old birds? Hopefully, that will never happen! But honestly, don’t we all get...


Member Travels to Michigan to See Rare Kirtland's Warbler
Photos and story by Tiffani Long, Social Media Coordinator Top Left - Tiffani next to Kirtland's Warbler Sign Top Right - Tiffani poses...
Bluebird Trail Report: July 21, 2025
By Mary Miller, Bluebird Trail Coordinator Below are the reports of our 8 BB Trails: Carrollwood Village Park: 4 BB chicks, 16 BB...


Report Sightings of Nonnative Species to FWC with the IveGot1 app
See a nonnative species? Report Sightings to FWC with the IveGot1 app! Reporting observations helps FWC manage nonnative species. The...
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