Lincoln’s Sparrow
This little Lincoln’s Sparrow (Melospiza lincolnii) made me a happy man early this morning as it gave me a look over for a couple of seconds while in the open. It has been around for a few days, avoiding me nonstop. I fired off eight shots and ended up with these two to show for it. The shy and sneaky species is an uncommon migrant that can most often be found in busy sparrow habitats in the middle of October. I hope a Vesper Sparrow will treat me this well sometime this week. Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator
Read MoreEastern Bluebird
It is officially looking like autumn outside! Somehow the Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis) manages to look amazingly awesome against both the fantastic fall foliage and the beautiful blue October sky. Go outdoors and enjoy nature and the changing environment this wonderful Sunday!
Read MoreEastern Phoebe
The Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe) is one of October migration’s best known sights as the little flycatcher pours through our region. The “right” day can yield numbers into the dozens at times in appropriate habitats. What is the latest you have ever seen one hanging on in the Northeast? One or two are regularly found on some very chilly Christmas Bird Counts.
Read MorePine in Pine
Why do they call them Pine Warblers (Setophaga pinus) again? Oh, right. This little White Pine (Pinus strobus) tree was the perfect place for this and several other Pine Warbler migrants on a gorgeous October day.
Read MoreSwamp Sparrow
This Swamp Sparrow (Melospiza georgiana) was one of several that I enjoyed seeing this past Monday as the species moves through wet, grassy habitats on the way south. Autumn migration is in constant motion this week with a moderate flight nearly every night. You’ll end up seeing some of the same little faces every day with a few news ones sprinkled in. This upcoming Sunday looks like it may be a terrific day to be outside for us and for the birds. What could be better than walking outdoors and enjoying lovely little creatures like this one? Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach...
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