Outdoors columns - Albuquerque Journal

Outdoors columns - Albuquerque Journal

Fluctuating food sources can cause 'winter finch irruptions'

If North America's western northern forests have not produced an ample supply of winter foods, some species may wander into areas of New Mexico where they are not normally seen.

Published: Thursday, January 5th, 2023 at 12:02AM
Updated: Thursday, January 5th, 2023 at 5:02PM

New Mexico is home to many sparrows with beautiful plumage

Sparrow species are found throughout North America and New Mexico is fortunate to be home to a variety of these species.

Published: Thursday, December 1st, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Friday, December 2nd, 2022 at 12:02AM

Peregrine falcon able to thrive in many metropolitan areas

New Mexico is home to a variety of falcons but none as impressive as the peregrine falcon.

Published: Thursday, November 3rd, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Friday, November 4th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Human-created noise has affected bird populations

Sound is important to birds in their communication with each other, and many species cannot compete with human sounds.

Published: Thursday, October 6th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Friday, October 7th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Changing environments have caused many birds to adapt, while others struggle

For many humans, wild birds often go unnoticed, but their impact on our lives is significant.

Published: Thursday, September 1st, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Thursday, September 15th, 2022 at 8:22AM

Osprey enjoy fishing in New Mexico's waters

The osprey, sometimes referred to as 'fish hawk' is a large raptor at 23 inches in length and has a 63 inch wingspan.

Published: Thursday, August 4th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Friday, August 5th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Hermit thrush a year-round resident in parts of NM

The hermit thrush is a fairly common bird that can be seen throughout New Mexico and most of North A ...

Published: Thursday, July 7th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Friday, July 8th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Canada goose a large waterbird that mates for life

The Canada goose lives in a variety of habitats, but usually near a water source.

Published: Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Friday, June 3rd, 2022 at 12:02AM

Brown-headed cowbirds practice brood parasitism

The female does not build a nest but instead lays her eggs in the nests of other unsuspecting bird species.

Published: Thursday, May 5th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Friday, May 6th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Canyon towhee a somewhat drab but friendly bird

The canyon towhee can be found throughout the southwest including New Mexico.

Published: Thursday, April 7th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Friday, April 8th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Fluctuating food sources can cause 'winter finch irruptions'

January 5, 2023 10:02AM

Resist pruning roses now or they might suffer later

January 28, 2023 5:02PM

Moving irises in winter? Keep them in clumps

January 21, 2023 5:02PM

Pothos plant searching for a light source

January 14, 2023 5:02PM

Christmas trees can also be used in the garden

January 7, 2023 5:02PM

Treecycling is important and runs through Jan. 8

December 31, 2022 5:02PM

Our great outdoors: A look at 6 state parks located in the southeast portion of New Mexico

Our great outdoors: A look at 11 state parks located in the northeast portion of NM

Our great outdoors: A look at 10 state parks located in the northwest portion of NM

Our great outdoors: A look at eight state parks located in the southwest portion of NM