birding – Page 38 – E. Zambello Writing and Art

November 16, 2015 The search for the rare and uncommon has driven humans for millennia. We want things we feel are hard to find, like diamonds or truffles. Birders are no different, and rare bird sightings often cause a tizzy in the local, regional, and national birding communities. Seeking these birds, also known as “twitching,”…

November 4, 2015 We all hear people say it: “Wait till you have kids, the way you spend your time will be completely different.” Well, right now, pre-children, I spend a lot of time birding. Given that birding generally requires patience, quiet, and a lot of walking, I knew people would be particularly doubtful about…

August 2, 2015 I have officially moved to Florida, nestling myself along the Florida Pandhandle in the “Emerald Coast” region. It’s true, the waters are a dazzling emerald green color, and the beaches are covered in sugar white sand that actually squeaks when I walk along the water. Though the entirely new landscape is fascinating…