My fascination for birds started in my early childhood when I helped my dad raise canaries as a hobby. 

Originally from France, I have spent most of my adult life in Santa Barbara and took on a lifelong challenge to photograph hummingbirds visiting my backyard. 

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For years, my family and I have been going on wildlife adventure trips off the beaten path in Central America, where I document our trips by taking photos of orchids and other exotic plant species as well as birds, butterflies, frogs, sloths and manatees. 
 

In 2017, I realized the Santa Barbara region was also a haven for birds and took birding field classes to learn more about them. It is so much fun teaming up with birders/bird watchers of all levels trying to identify bird species we see or hear that I have attended the same birding class three years in a row.

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I volunteered with the Santa Barbara Audubon Society from 2019 to 2021 and appreciate connecting with people who share their passion for protecting birds and their habitat.

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My blog includes photos and videos of birds and their habitat as well as practical information about birding locations in California. I also provide bird friendly yard tips and share conservation information.

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Whether you are new to birds or an avid birder/bird watcher, I hope you will enjoy reading this blog and be motivated to explore the outdoors and Connect with Birds in their habitat.

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Let's go birding!