Nicholas Lund

Contributor, Audubon magazine
About

Nicholas Lund lives and birds in southern Maine. He is the outreach and network manager for Maine Audubon and runner of The Birdist blog.

Articles by Nicholas Lund

Rule #46: Go on a Successful Birding Trip Without a Guide
November 09, 2017 — Intimidated to chase a lifer on your own? Don't be. Just use my bird-finding strategy, known as I.B.I.S.
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding
Birdist Rule #83: Identify Your First Ibis
October 27, 2017 — Beware: We have three species, and two of them can be really confusing.
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding
The Best Tools for Forecasting Bird Movements and Migrations
October 13, 2017 — Birders don’t have crystal balls. But we do have the internet.
Birding
Birdist Rule #87: Know How to Bird on Vacation with a Non-Birding Spouse
October 05, 2017 — It's possible, but compromise is key.
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding
Birdist Rule #81: Learn How to Handle Your First ‘Dip’
July 13, 2017 — Missing a bird you've traveled to see, or ‘dipping,’ can be a disappointing experience. It’s also a birding rite of passage.
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding
Four Vireos Worth Chasing in the U.S.
July 12, 2017 — They're rare, and they're rad. Here's where to find them.
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Birdist Rule #78: Go Find an Exotic Bird in the U.S.
June 29, 2017 — There are established populations all over the country, and some species even count toward your life list. They're also just thrilling to see.
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding
Birdist Rule #57: It's Summer—Watch Out for Juveniles!
June 22, 2017 — Baby birds are about to be on the loose, but identifying them can be tricky.
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding
Birdist Rule #95: Learn the Red-Eyed Vireo's Song and Level-Up Your Birding
June 15, 2017 — Knowing this species opens the door to a whole new world of birds.
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding