It is bitterly cold. Snow has covered the landscape for several days. Anyone walking along a field path in Brandenburg in midwinter might suddenly come across a whole flock of small, yellow birds. They busily feed on the few remaining seeds they can find beneath the snow. In spring, by contrast, one often sees just… Continue reading Yellowhammer Sightings in Brandenburg: A Bird for All Seasons
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Why a Once-Common Bird Is Disappearing: the Eurasian Tree Sparrow
In the past, it was simply part of the scenery. Anyone walking along village streets, passing by barns, or traveling through the countryside would hear the lively chirping of small sparrow flocks almost everywhere. Amidst hedges, fruit trees, and stables, the Eurasian Tree Sparrow (Passer montanus) was a familiar companion of daily life. Today, however,… Continue reading Why a Once-Common Bird Is Disappearing: the Eurasian Tree Sparrow