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Birding the United States

A state-by-state guide to the best birding hotspots around the country.

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Birding Trails in the South

April 28, 2016

Birding in Minnesota

April 28, 2016 — There's plenty to see in Minnesota. The land of 10,000 lakes and the U.S.-top of the Mississippi Flyway has a wealth of pristine bird habitats.

Birding in Maryland

April 28, 2016 — This densely populated state has some rewarding birding spots, especially on the Delmarva peninsula.

Birding in Maine

April 28, 2016 — It's not just Puffins! From the forest to the shore, Maine offers tons of great birding spots.

Birding in Michigan

April 28, 2016 — It's no secret that Michigan's 3,000+ mile Great Lakes coastline is home to a variety of bird species. Visit Michigan on your next birding trip.

Birding in Iowa

April 28, 2016 — You really ought to give Iowa a try. With farmland, the state features a variety of habitats, especially along the banks of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers.

Birding in Missouri

April 28, 2016 — Smack-dab in the middle of the U.S., Missouri is a confluence of regions, creating a high variety of very different bird habitats—close in proximity for a great birding trip.

Birding South Carolina

April 28, 2016 — From the mountains to the sea, South Carolina provides strikingly different habitats in a small amount of space, making for great birding trips.