This isn't funny or cute. It's not a matter of sense of humor or not. I & so many others are constantly trying to raise awareness of impact of outdoor cats. Outdoor cats kill ~2.4 billion (yes w a B!) each *year* in US *alone*! This card makes light of a death (bird victim) & sig conservation issue.

2026 first bird of the year is Dark-eyed Junco for me and G! 🪶 While there are no wrong or bad first birds, I can’t deny hoping that this cutie and sweet winter buddy are a good sign, or at least theme, for the year! 🤞🥰

Out with old & in w new – lists that is! When the clock struck midnight, every birder knew that annual moment all too well as resets for every calendar-bound list occur. Wishing you all a birdy new year – and year overall. We hope you all build some incredible lists w wonderful memories across 2026!

Season's Grebe-ings from Maryland Bird Conservation Partnership! Here’s to a wonderful holiday season filled with the joy of #birds, laughter of friends, and magic of nature. We couldn’t resist the pun - especially since the Pied-billed Grebe is Maryland’s only nesting grebe species!

Highly recommended read! I’m biased since Roxie has always been a hero of mine. But I’ve got to say this book makes you a bigger Roxie fan no matter what you know of her. And whether you’re a #bird lover or not too. She was such an incredible person that overcame so much and accomplished so much.

Happy holidays from Jordan, Eider, and Gabriel! Wishing you all the best this winter, especially peace, health, and love. Here’s to a bright and birdy 2026!

On the couch - G: I don’t know where my phone is. I don’t know where the remote is. All I know is where my margarita is. J: is there a problem or am I missing something?

Yet again I blinked and the weekend vanished….no really, where did it go?

Overheard: “I’m so glad I’m not on Twitter or x or even Bluesky whatever anymore. Except @evornithology.bsky.social. I miss that dude. He was good. Always chill or good and whatever. Def funny. Ya miss him.” Uh…facts - 🤔🤷‍♀️💯

Earlier today I hosted my last 2025 #birds webinar for @abcbirds.bsky.social! The year continues to wrap up! But 2026 is quickly approaching and my first webinar is already on the books for Jan 22. I hope you RSVP today to help kick of the year with birds - and me. RSVP: abcbirds.org/JERsvp

Movie you’ve watched more than six times with a gif. Hard mode: no Stars (Wars nor Trek), LOTR, or Marvel, Disney Animated or Pixar.

You are ABSOLUTELY NOT going to regret listening to this bird:

Oh hey there Ross! You’re looking extra cute today. No need to be shy and try to hide behind some veg. Congrats on claiming bronze for your species as our third ever county record! It means a lot that you stopped at a farm pond right down the road, and even more that G & I found you.

This #GivingTuesday, when there are so many options & organizations hoping to gain your support, consider the #birds. If helping Maryland birds is impt to you, & if giving to a top-rated charity dedicated to achieving results for conservation is a priority, please consider MBCP! bit.ly/GiveMBCP25

🪶❓Mystery Map Monday turns into Trivia Tuesday! 🧠The species from our map quiz yesterday (our last post) was GOLDEN-CROWNED KINGLET. Congratulations to those who guessed correctly! 🎉

🪶📍It's Mystery Map Monday! 🤔 Up for a challenge to test how well you know your local bird distributions? Which Maryland breeding bird matches this Breeding Bird Atlas 3 map that has observations documented in >40 blocks & experienced a 51% increase in total blocks from previous breeding bird atlas?

Make sure you have #GivingTuesday marked on your calendar - only 2 weeks away! This year, the single biggest day to focus on philanthropy & causes is taking place on Dec 2. We hope MBCP is among the #birds groups you will support. Don’t want to wait? Ready to support now? Donate: bit.ly/GiveMBCP25

🪶 Birds inspire me daily — their songs, resilience, and epic journeys remind us why conserving them matters. Join me 🗓 Nov 19th at 🕓 4 PM ET for a FREE #ornithology webinar, From Wonder to Action for #Birds Across the Americas with @abcbirds.bsky.social RSVP: abcbirds.org/JERsvp

It’s here!! 🥳📖🪶 The latest - and last of the year - issue of Bird Conservation is here!! Did you get your copy of the Fall 2025 issue (you have to @abcbirds.bsky.social member to get it)? Three heart-filled w absolute pride and joy, cheers again for most incredible team I couldn’t be more proud of!

Join the literally thousands of folks who already signed up and ME to celebrate Northern Bobwhite at the next #bird webinar I’m hosting. RSVP here: abcbirds.org/JERSVP

Double feature!! 👀 Who’s ready for a movie about a “pushy ornithologist” and a “widowed farmer”? 🙋‍♀️ www.imdb.com/title/tt4309...

The time has come for Gabriel and me. Here we go….!

Happy World Migratory Bird Day from this pair of bird nerds! 🪶 We’re out doing a big sit to celebrate and wonder at the true phenomenon of fall migration. So far the most notable species we’ve had are ~100 Tree Swallows & 4 Common Mergansers. We hope you get out there & enjoy too. Birds are amazing!

Birds are on the move with millions passing through Maryland. Take action to support migratory #birds as well as prepare for residential birds that will bring joy throughout the winter. Join MBCP in doing our part to create healthy habitats to help birds thrive: marylandbirds.org/what-you-can...

I’m taking a pottery class and made a lil toad hut. I’m so thrilled that the perfect tenant found it! 🥰🐸

I’m not hosting, but Gabriel Foley is! 🥳 Make sure to rsvp now to show support - and watch the free #bird webinar since it’ll be awesome! bit.ly/MBCPOct9 Follow @mbcp-marylandbirds.bsky.social @ & @abcbirds.bsky.social for more #ornithology org content

❓Mystery Map Monday turns into Trivia Tuesday! 🧠The #bird species from our #ornithology map quiz yesterday (our last post) was BLACK-CROWNED NIGHT HERON. Congratulations to those who guessed correctly! 🎉 Photo: Black-crowned Night Heron by Nitin Yadav from Pexels

Now taking suggestions for gift ideas (no food items) for the kitten & their fur-mom that have everything. 🐈 I mean everythinggg. Things I didn’t even know were a thing… 😳 I’m a lifelong dog gal, and know you can never have enough of their fav toys. 🤷‍♀️ But what are fav cat toys (not just junk)? 🤔

The Fall 2025 issue of Bird Conservation Magazine by @abcbirds.bsky.social is coming! Are you on mailing list? 📬 If not, sign up right now so you don't miss out on all the #ornithology goodness in store! More info on how to get this exclusive membership #bird publication: abcbirds.org/JERMag

Come work with me as my #bird #scicomm team is growing! @abcbirds.bsky.social is hiring an #ornithology writer/editor! They'll be reporting to our Senior Writer/Editor, Molly Toth (who is the hiring manager too!). More info/apply by Oct 14 deadline: recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/J...

Chet Anderson was a veterinarian serving horse farms in Central Maryland for over 40 years. He used his connections with landowners to help our Farmland Raptor Program (FRP) set up nest boxes for American Barn Owls. #birds #ornithology

New #Maryland #ornithology trivia to spice up my feed in a happy, #bird nerdy way. Don’t mind if I do! 😏 Join me and @mbcp-marylandbirds.bsky.social! What species do you think this is??? 🤔

It can sometimes feel like we’re running out of time to help birds but we’re not. There’s time & hope! The same can’t be said about signing up for the next @abcbirds.bsky.social #birds webinar. Time really is running out! Make sure to sign up now so you don’t miss out! Abcbirds.org/JERSVP

Free @abcbirds.bsky.social Webinar: Bridging the Gaps – Preventing Extinction of the Most Endangered Birds 📅 Wed, Sept 17th | 4 PM ET From Latin America to the Caribbean, we’re working to conserve endangered birds. Join me! Your host + experts to learn how you can help. ABCbirds.org/JERsvp

I had the best time chatting with these guys - and I can NOT wait to go birding with them sometime! 🪶🐦‍⬛💕 Make sure to have a listen! HT @n8swick.bsky.social @mikkojimenez.bsky.social @thebirdingbeardsmn.bsky.social

📣 Last chance to rsvp but not your last chance to help these birds! Sign up at abcbirds.org/JERsvp for the latest @abcbirds.bsky.social webinar!

We’re going to break your birdy heart and then put it back together…dramatic? That’s Hawaiian birds in 2025 for you. Ready to embrace the wonder and emotion with me? Then RSVP now for the next @abcbirds.bsky.social #bird webinar via ABCbirds.org/JERsvp This is a webinar you don’t want to miss!!

It’s here!! 🥳📖🪶 The latest issue of #Bird Conservation is here!! Did you get your copy of the Summer 2025 issue (you have to be an @abcbirds.bsky.social member to get one)? My team and I would love to get your review! ABCbirds.org/MagSurvey/?ms=staff_JER Enjoy and happy reading! 📖🪶

We’re going to break your birdy heart and then put it back together…dramatic? That’s Hawaiian birds in 2025 for you. Ready to embrace the wonder and emotion with me? Then RSVP now for the next @abcbirds.bsky.social #bird webinar via ABCbirds.org/JERsvp This is a webinar you don’t want to miss!!

You know you want it! The free coloring page - and the chance to see me draw my own version live. TOMORROW July 5! Have it all delivered to your inbox when you sign up for the @abcbirds.bsky.social webinar here: abcbirds.org/JERsvp

Do you do weekly @abcbirds.bsky.social trivia? That’s one of my direct projects at work. I write it! Did you enjoy today’s #bird question? How’d you do? If you aren’t, make sure to sign up now so you get next Friday’s question texted* to you! ABCbirds.org/JERtrivia *Currently US numbers only!

Didn’t you (Jordan) just have an @abcbirds.bsky.social webinar? Yep, just earlier this week! But the momentum continues and I can’t wait for the next one already. Join me to draw along or see what I create. I have to draw this #bird live too!! 😱🙊 RSVP NOW: ABCbirds.org/JERsvp

It’s never too early to RSVP for an @abcbirds.bsky.social #birds webinar! Make sure to sign up via my personal list to stay even more connected. Sign up for free here: ABCbirds.org/JERsvp

It’s never too early to RSVP for an @abcbirds.bsky.social #birds webinar! Make sure to sign up via my personal list to stay even more connected. Sign up for free here: ABCbirds.org/JERsvp

Do you live in Oregon or know a bird lover who does? RSVP for the 20th Annual Marbled Murrelet Community Science Survey in Yachats. Help spot one of the pacific northwest’s most elusive birds! 📅 July 22-23, RSVP required Learn more and register below: 🔗 birdallianceoregon.org/event/marble...

Geese are freaking amazing, they are great parents, they have found ways to survive and thrive in our weird human landscapes, they are gorgeous, their babies are cute yes they poop a lot, so do people. If we stopped making good goose habitat they would stop pooping on it

It’s that time again - time to sign up for the next (FREE!) @abcbirds.bsky.social #birds webinar I’m hosting. RSVP here: ABCbirds.org/JERsvp

It’s that time again - time to sign up for the next (FREE!) @abcbirds.bsky.social #birds webinar I’m hosting. RSVP here: ABCbirds.org/JERsvp

Gabriel (my husband) just got an #ornithology paper published!! 🥳 He had a hypothesis & “strongly supported” (read basically proved) it. There was literally a eureka moment & incredible natural history knowledge contribution about an amazing bird! I’m so proud of him! 🥰 ace-eco.org/vol20/iss1/a...

I’m giving a ppt on warblers (with emphasis on ones that don’t have warbler in their name - redstart, waterthrush, etc) of the Western Hemisphere at the end of the month. #Bird family overview mostly. ~7-10 min. Intro/gen audience. What do I have to include? What’s your fav warbler related fact?