Visiting the Arctic – Sea Ducks
As you might expect, sea ducks are ducks that have adapted to a life at sea. All of them are diving ducks, with some species capable of reaching depths of 200’. Alaska supports 100% of the …
Visiting the Arctic – Mammals
While in and around Utqiagvik, Alaska, I did not see many mammals. I was hoping to see my first Polar Bear, in the wild, but that did not materialize. They are pretty uncommon during the summer. …
Visiting the Arctic – Shorebirds
My last post was entitled “Arctic Bound” and was about shorebirds migrating thru Iowa on the way to their nesting grounds. In June, I had the opportunity to visit the Arctic. I headed to Utqiagvik, Alaska; …
Arctic Bound
Early May is a great time to get out and experience shorebird migration in the Midwest. It is our opportunity to see birds that only pass through the Heartland on the journeys to their nesting grounds …