Guest Blogger Terry Rich explains how priorities for bird conservation funding are made and the importance of international cooperation. Flammulated Owl by Thompson-Nicola Conservation Collaborative.

Guest Blogger Debbie Wiggins introduces two favorite winter ducks, the Common Goldeneye and Barrow’s Goldeneye.

Boise Valley Fly Fishers leader George Butts writes about local efforts to reduce fishing line trash that can injure or kill birds including the collection tube they designed and installed.

What duck eats acorns and climbs trees? Guest Blogger Debbie Wiggins introduces us to the Wood Duck.

Photo by Dondi Black

Guest Blogger Sydney Meng introduces us to Idaho’s dinosaur, the Sandhill Crane, and explains their evolutionary journey.

Sandhill Cranes by Linda Wentz

Wow, a Hermit Thrush here in the winter. Maybe it’s not as uncommon as it used to be. Terry Rich digs into the data and shares his findings in his latest Golden Eagle Blog. Hermit Thrush by Terry Rich.

The low-floating, non-quacking Ruddy Duck is a local favorite. Guest Blogger Debbie Wiggins introduces this duck with the amazing bill. Photo by Ken Miracle.

Photos and thanks from the 2024 Boise Christmas Bird Count