Tag: European Starling

Birding, Food, Reviews

Arrowood Farm Brewery: Starling Brett Farmhouse Ale

July 31, 2020 by Tristan Lowery No Comments

Like most North American birders, I never pay much mind to the European (Common) Starling (Sturnus vulgaris). Sure, they’re always a dependable, can’t-miss tick...

Birds

Come@Me: Invasive Species Can Be Awesome

June 29, 2018 by Carrie 2 Comments

I know we all hate European Starlings; I know that as environmentalists, this is part of our job. But come on. Like Darth Vader,...

Food

Off Color Brewing: Jerk Bird

October 20, 2017 by Tristan Lowery No Comments

I’ll admit I was completely stunned when I saw this week’s beer on the shelf at my local distributor. I’ve seen all kinds of...

Birds

It’s a Myth – Isn’t It?

July 21, 2014 by a Guest 2 Comments

Rick Wright is a well-known birding tour guide, author, blogger, and general wordsmith. He was a Beat Writer here on 10,000 Birds for awhile,...

Terminology

American Trash Bird

October 8, 2012 by Mike 13 Comments

The celebration of Columbus Day in the United States has become somewhat contentious over the years as people have taken a more nuanced look...

Birds

Starlings Rise In Some Areas, Fall In Others

July 25, 2012 by Birdchick No Comments

Throughout most of North America, European Starling is a four letter word. There are groups dedicated to species like Eastern Bluebirds and Purple Martins...

Birding

Harley the Starley

June 15, 2012 by Suzie 32 Comments

One day my wildlife rehabilitator friend Marilyn brought me a black shoebox decorated with 6 or 8 quarter-sized holes. Energetically sticking his head out,...

Birds