American Robin
The American Robin seems to be the national symbol of spring, and they also seem to be everywhere right now in this incredibly warm end-of-winter season. Have you had your “first” of “spring” yet? I enjoyed seeing this lovely bird today on another great day to be outdoors. Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator
Read MoreEastern-tailed Blue (Cupido comyntas) by Scott Kruitbosch
While dragonflies pop up in Western New York butterflies of various species are all over the rapidly blooming and greening Connecticut! I even spotted an Eastern-tailed Blue (Cupido comyntas) this afternoon, two days shy of CT’s early record for the species.
Read MoreEastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe) by Scott Kruitbosch
Just like that winter makes a comeback dumping up to 10 inches of snow across parts of Western New York last night. That makes for a tough life for birds like this Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe). Have you seen one yet?
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