Screeches and Squawks

The summer of 2026 programming has concluded! We extend our gratitude to all the librarians and educators who invited us to speak to their audiences about birds and bird conservation. Our summer began with a photo shoot at Wild Bird Adventures alongside our friends from Precision Camera. The core of our summer programming featured library events supporting the statewide Summer Reading Program, along with visits to summer camps and youth programs in county and city parks. We d

The rains have paused, and the heat has returned. At times, it seems as though the anticipation for fall migration will never come, especially when you step outside into the humid, moisture-laden air. However, migration is occurring all around us. Purple Martins are gathering in their pre-migration roosts, and hummingbirds are showing signs of restlessness. August will be here in no time, and migration will be in full swing. On these hot and humid days, it is always worth a s

Every year, our education ambassadors at Wild Bird Adventures receive thorough veterinary checkups and vaccinations. These visits are essential to keep our birds healthy and ready to educate the public about wildlife conservation. Annual veterinary checkup for an education ambassador bird at Wild Bird Adventures Why Annual Veterinary Checkups Matter Our education ambassadors are more than just birds; they are living representatives of their species. They interact with visitor

I often marvel at how well birds handle these continuous rainy days. A mother bird sitting on a nest as rain pours down is the picture of patience and devotion. After several years of drought, we have had a very wet spring and early summer here in the Brazos Valley. These storm-filled days make it hard on aerial insectivores that must catch their prey in the air. Parent birds must protect young nestlings that have not yet developed feathers for water protection. The interlock

Wild Bird Adventures will be busy delivering programs this summer to library patrons, campers, adults, families, and more. We hope you can join us in an avian adventure near you. If you are in the Navasota area, check out this great series offered by the Navasota Parks Department. We will be presenting twice for their Summer Science Series. On Wednesday, we are presenting a Zoom program all about the owls of Harry Potter. It is free to register here: https://arapahoelibraries

Virtual programming has become a vital way to connect, learn, and engage across all age groups. Using Zoom as a platform to broadcast programs offers unique advantages that make participation easier and more inclusive. Whether you are a child, a teenager, an adult, or a senior, virtual programs open doors to opportunities that were once limited by location, time, or accessibility. Programs Available for All Ages Wild Bird Adventures offers bird conservation-themed virtual pro

A short drive on back roads in northern Waller County and southern Grimes County often leads to encounters with two very different birds that symbolize Texas's rich regional bird biodiversity. The Greater Roadrunner darts back and forth across the roadway, its swift movements and bold presence capturing attention, while the diminutive Painted Bunting prefers to sit quietly, often in the middle of the road. The roadrunner seems to make jest of vehicles as it “beep, beeps” its

Photographing birds in the wild offers a special kind of joy because it pulls you fully into the natural world. To capture a bird in its own habitat, you have to slow down, listen carefully, and notice details you might otherwise miss: the rustle of wings in the trees, the flash of color among leaves, the stillness before a bird takes flight. Each photograph becomes more than an image; it becomes a memory of being present in nature. Bird photography encourages patience and cu

Spring Rains have been a welcome change to the drought conditions that have become all too familiar in the area. Fresh water is critical for our feathered friends, especially during migration. A recent visitor took advantage of our pond. Amongst the Northern Cardinals that enjoy an afternoon bath on the water’s edge, we spotted a Northern Waterthrush. This small, well-camouflaged bird bobbed along the shoreline in search of small aquatic insects. They winter in Central and So

Over the past few months, as spring fully blossomed, we have been extremely busy with programming that offered fantastic opportunities to promote bird conservation. We have conducted Zoom sessions with East Coast locations and local organizations, delivered presentations to public and private schools throughout the region, led nature hikes for nearby groups, and organized a successful birding conference in Navasota. Amidst our programming activities, the remarkable spectacle