American Robin Nest
Here is a sweet way to start your Monday – adorable American Robin (Turdus migratorius) fledglings sitting in their nest! It is getting cramped in there…good thing they all popped out and flew to the ground when mom came back with a meal. Stretch those wings!
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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 MoreAmerican Robin in Winter
I photographed this American Robin (Turdus migratorius) this week as it and a few friends fed on various types of berries in my neighborhood. At this time of year we get emails and calls about American Robin sightings because yes, you will still find them here in the Northeast despite the snow and frigid temperatures. Some certainly fly south for the winter and many here and there will form large flocks, thus the frequency of our overall sightings of the species go down for multiple reasons. They’ll feed on wild berries but will not be interested in what we put out at feeding stations...
Read MoreAmerican Robin (Turdus migratorius) by Scott Kruitbosch
Who else is happy about the rainy and warming weather in Western New York? American Robins (Turdus migratorius). The thawing ground will finally provide them easy eating opportunities. Have you seen any yet? Or have other notable first of spring species?
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