Meet Our Instructors
Bird Academy instructors are united by their love of birds and their passion for helping you learn.

Dr. Kevin McGowan
Professional Ornithologist, World Series of Birding Champion
Most Recent Course:
The Wonderful World of Owls

Dr. Mya Thompson
Instructional Designer, Expert in Animal Communication and Behavior
Most Recent Course:
Feeder Birds: Identification and Behavior

Dr. Sarah Wagner
Professional Ornithologist, Expert in Foraging Behavior
Most Recent Course:
Feeder Birds: Identification and Behavior

Dr. Stephen W. Kress
Vice President for Bird Conservation, National Audubon Society
Most Recent Course:
Spring Field Ornithology—Northeast

Jennifer Fee
Expert in Science Education, Co-author of Citizen Science: 15 Lessons That Bring Biology to Life
Most Recent Course:
Inspiring Investigations through Citizen Science

Kelly Schaeffer
Expert in Environmental Education
Most Recent Course:
Inspiring Investigations through Citizen Science


Melissa Groo
Wildlife Photographer, Journalist, Conservationist
Most Recent Course:
Bird Photography with Melissa Groo


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