With 10,000 lakes, Minnesota is a birding paradise. Despite the dramatic temperature swings, which can go from downright frigid to sunny and hot over several months, there is an incredibly range of avian friends to find. When it comes to owls, there are a dozen different species in Minnesota. Those in the northern part of … Read more

Bird watchers know that Nebraska is home to a surprising range of habitats, from hardwood forests and across vast prairies to pine forests and rolling grasslands. Plus, there is lots of water in the form of rivers, lakes, and ponds across the Cornhusker State, meaning that it is a haven for dozens of species of … Read more

Iowa has a reputation for being a series of cities, agricultural fields, and cattle farms, which might make you suspect that it isn’t ideal for seeing birds such as owls. On the contrary, the state is home to nine different species of owls, and many of them stick around all year long. That means whether … Read more

Situated in the center of the country, Kansas is home to hundreds of species of birds and nine different species of owls. From the massive and majestic Great Horned Owl to the rare and stunning Snowy Owl, bird-lovers are lucky enough to be able to see a wide range of owls. Bird lovers know that … Read more

Owls are so incredibly interesting. They’re beautiful and unusual, and if you get the chance to see them hunting, then you know they’re extremely powerful. They’re also a bit more challenging to find than many other species of birds. Many migratory birds make their way through Oklahoma throughout the year, including a few species of … Read more

Birdwatchers in the Cowboy State are lucky enough to be able to see 12 species of owls. Some of them, like the snowy owl, are rare and might only be spotted now and during the winter. Others, like the great horned owl, live in Wyoming all year long. Of course, Wyoming’s exceptional national parks like … Read more

Colorado is home to hundreds of species of birds and 12 different owls. From Durango to Sterling, there are an endless number of places where you can view these majestic raptors. While the avian population has been declining in many areas, there are still many places in Colorado where the birds are still abundant. On … Read more

Texas sits in a sweet spot near the Pacific Ocean, the western desert interior of North America, and the eastern half of the country. That means it gets to see hundreds of species of different birds. Some live there all year long, while others visit the state as they migrate on through.  When it comes … Read more

The central flyway is a stretch of the middle of North America where many birds live and migrate. North Dakota is smack-dab in the center of this flyway, which means that hundreds of species of birds live or cross through the state. If you’re a big fan of owls, North Dakota is an excellent place … Read more