Rosemary Mosco

Contributor, Audubon magazine

Rosemary Mosco is a science communicator and nature cartoonist. Her nemesis bird used to be the King Eider, but she nailed that sucker in March.

Articles by Rosemary Mosco

Meet the Little Brown Bird That Holds a Mirror Up to Humanity

April 05, 2023 — Whether we love, hate, or ignore the familiar House Sparrow, its story can teach us about how we relate to the natural world—and each other.

An Ode to Weird Duck Time

November 29, 2022 — Cartoonist Rosemary Mosco reflects on a season that’s special to her—and not only because she invented it.

How to Make a Comic About Birds

July 14, 2020 — Rosemary Mosco, creator of ‘Bird and Moon,’ shares tips and techniques for turning a funny idea into a cartoon.

Six Eye-Catching Warblers That Deserve Your Attention

May 08, 2019 — Spring is the ideal season to spot songbirds of every hue. Here’s your introduction to a common North American family.

The Ins and Outs of Birding With the Dead

October 05, 2018 — Liven up your life list with a trip to a cemetery. After all, they weren't just built to house bones and graves.

Why I Use Comics to Share My Love of Birds and Science

April 26, 2018 — Rosemary Mosco, creator of the comic “Bird and Moon,” on how humor, animals, and cartoons are a natural fit.

A Beginner's Guide to Reading Bird Tracks in Snow

January 10, 2018 — Telltale toes are just one of many clues.

A Beginner’s Guide to Common Bird Sounds and What They Mean

April 12, 2017 — Part two of our new series to help you build your birding skills—and love of birds—by learning how to bird by ear.

A Guide to Finding Urban Owls

February 22, 2017 — You don't have to live in the middle of the woods to see an owl. Here's how and where to spot five species in towns and cities across the U.S.