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This little saw-whet owl wishes you a happy Halloween! Photo by Toribird

Scary Stories from the Wonderful World of Birds

October 26, 2021

The avian realm also has its fair share of true scary stories that are perfect for getting into the Halloween spirit. So grab some apple cider, light a candle, and get ready to hear a couple of scary tales from the amazing world of birds!

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In Birding Tags Birding, Shrike, Vampire Finch, The Woodlands, The Woodlands Cemetery, Philadelphia, West Philadelphia
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