You wouldn’t think of turtles as particularly likely to succeed in the game of life – unlike many common species (think bugs and mice), they grow slowly and take a long time to mature and reproduce—up to 20 years for some species. What Read More
Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s ‘fierce falcon’ a new sight for visitors
Our hearts as heavy, as Howie passed away on May 18th. He lived with us for a year and a half and as his age was unknown, he was most likely an old man who enjoyed his final years at the Sanctuary. Even with his passing, there are many Read More
Be a scientist from your own home!
Happy citizen science month! In the midst of the stay-at-home order, one of the things that can help during these times with our children is to get out into nature. With spring in full swing, diving into a citizen science project is a Read More
Supporting one another at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
For over 90 years, the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary has provided you and your family a space to enjoy nature at its finest throughout the year. In cooperation with Governor Whitmer’s executive order, and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we’ve Read More
Field trips may be canceled, but daily care for Sanctuary birds still a top priority
As the nation wades through an unprecedented ocean of daily COVID-19 news and social distancing guidelines, animal keepers around the country continue caring for their animals. The staff at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary is no exception. Read More
Interpretation: A Limitless Power
When I arrived at the bird sanctuary, most of my motivation was selfish. I wanted to be here because this was what I figured my next step should be. I hadn’t stopped to consider who I was in my position and what that meant to the Read More
Winters Past and Present
Recently, a W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary volunteer gifted a treasure trove of vintage copies of Michigan Audubon’s “The Jack Pine Warbler” to the Sanctuary. To my surprise, upon reading the table of contents of an issue, an article from 1947 Read More
March of the Migrating Monarch
As fall rolls in, you may start to notice that you are seeing monarch butterflies more abundantly than you have seen them all summer. Monarch butterflies are known for their beauty, but you might be surprised to find out these butterflies Read More
Saving the Great Lakes Piping Plover
A little shorebird has made quite the headlines in Chicago this summer, cancelling a popular beach music festival and bringing in bird watchers from all over the Great Lakes. What bird could cause such a commotion? A pair of Read More
Off-Colored Birds
By 2019 Avian Care Intern - Adam Petrucco Have you visited the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary recently and saw a bird that looked unusual? Was the plumage lighter than normal, making the bird stand out from other members of its species? Read More
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A legacy of conservation; a commitment to sustainability.
Kellogg Bird Sanctuary12685 East C Avenue
Augusta, MI 49012
Phone: (269) 671-2510 birdsanctuary@kbs.msu.edu