Today is for the birds,

[953 nut 63,000]

Christmas Bird Count Week begins on December fourteenth and is exciting for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers. During this week, thousands of volunteers across multiple countries joined forces to count and document bird species.

The observations help scientists track bird numbers and health changes over time, contributing to vital conservation efforts. This bird count is celebrated to support bird conservation and to raise awareness about the importance of protecting bird habitats.

Volunteers highlight environmental issues that might affect birds and humans alike by engaging in this activity. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy nature and contribute to a greater cause. Furthermore, Christmas Bird Count Week brings communities together. It provides an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect, share their love for birds, and learn more about the natural world.

Whether you’re an experienced birder or a beginner, participating in this event is a great way to get outside, learn something new, and be part of a long-standing tradition that benefits both birds and people.

 

 

[JoeM 9,310]

Right before Thanks Giving we had strings of starlings, the longest had to be a mile long, go through. Right before that the turkey buzzards in groups twenty or more were roosting and then gone. I think they knew the cold weather was on it's way. 

Stopped for a bath! Might have a little trouble counting these birds! 11/22/2025

 

 

[Ed Kennell 43,778]

Don't forget our feathered friends on this snow covered day.

 

 

[8ntruck 8,332]

Today's bird sighting at our feeder included: doves, juncos, sparrow, gold finches, nuthatches, tufted titmice, downy woodpeckers,  hairy woodpeckers,  red belly woodpeckers,  cardinals, chickidees, blue jays, and, possibly, a purple finch.

[lynnmor 8,251]

1 hour ago, 8ntruck said:

Today's bird sighting at our feeder included: doves, juncos, sparrow, gold finches, nuthatches, tufted titmice, downy woodpeckers,  hairy woodpeckers,  red belly woodpeckers,  cardinals, chickidees, blue jays, and, possibly, a purple finch.

I topped off all of the feeders before the snow storm and then added some trays of feed after to handle the large reunions.  They really do have great difficulty finding feed right after a snow storm, I wish more people would feed them.

[953 nut 63,000]

We have to bring the feeder in at night in the event a pesky hungry bear would come by, not an every day occurrence but id does happen. We quite often put out a pile of food on the sidewalk when we bring it in.

 

 

[adsm08 3,856]

11 degrees on the way to work, 25 on the way home, snow in between. I'll say today is for the birds. Penguins to be specific.