Maine Outdoors, Birds and Birding - Chris Corio

Eiders, bluebirds, hawks fulfill day

A recent visit to Spurwink Farm in Cape Elizabeth produced a few delightful surprises. I had gone there to try out a horse, and ended up doing a bit of birding as well. more

By Chris Corio
Special to the NEWS | 11/21/09 | 12 views

Sandhill crane features prehistoric, regal look

As I approached the dirt road I held my breath in anticipation. During the last few weeks, a sandhill crane has been seen at Maxwell Farm in Cape Elizabeth — I hoped it would still be there. A … more

By Chris Corio
Special to the NEWS | 10/31/09 | 489 views

Birds often killed in glass collisions

I was horrified at what I had just witnessed. Just as I had pulled into the driveway, a bird flew into the open skylight window, bounced off, tumbled down the roof and landed a few feet away from me. more

By Chris Corio
Special to the NEWS | 10/17/09 | 564 views

Migration of birds in full swing

Cooler weather, shortened days and brilliant fall colors aren’t the only things heralding the changing of seasons. The presence of migratory birds tells its own story. Migration has been ongoing … more

By Chris Corio
Special to the NEWS | 10/10/09 | 379 views