Citizen science is a great way to involve children and adults in discovery and contribute to scientific research and conservation. Project FeederWatch through Cornell University is a great way to get involved in citizen science. You can learn more at the Project FeederWatch website.
I typically watch birds on Saturday and Sunday. This is my report for 14-15 March 2020.
Project FeederWatch involves citizen science participants from across North America.
Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Project FeederWatch Map
The 2018-2019 season goes through 3 April 2020.
Weather
Saturday, 14 March 2020
Saturday was cloudy with snow in the morning.
High: 37 (F) / 2 (C)
Low: 32 (F) / 0 (C)
Winds from the East
Average Wind Speed: 9.4 mph / 15 kph (Kilometers per hour)
Highest Gust: 26 mph / 42 kph
Sunday, 15 March 2020
Sunday was cloudy.
High: 36 (F) / 2 (C)
Low: 32 (F) / 0 (C)
Winds from the South Southeast
Average Wind Speed: 8.5 mph / 14 kph
Highest Gust: 17 mph / 27 kph
Bird Watching Notes
There was snow on the ground Saturday morning and it was still snowing. By the afternoon the snow was melting.
The snow did not stop this squirrel from finding a few peanuts on the ground.
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Downy Woodpecker
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Range map for Downy Woodpeckers throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Downy Woodpecker at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Northern Cardinal
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Range map for Northern Cardinals throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Northern Cardinal at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Cedar Waxing
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Range map for Cedar Waxings throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Cedar Waxing at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Blue Jay
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Range map for Blue Jays throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Blue Jay at the "All About Birds" webpage.
American Robin
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Range map for American Robins throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the American Robin at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Common Grackle
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Range map for Common Grackles throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Common Grackle at the "All About Birds" webpage.
American Goldfinch
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Range map for American Goldfinches throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the American Goldfinch at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Dark-eyed Junco
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Range map for Dark-eyed Juncos throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Dark-eyed Junco at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Harris's Sparrow
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Range map for Harris's Sparrows throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Harris's Sparrow at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Bird Counts
My bird counts for the two-day period 14-15 March 2020.
Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary
Interactions
No interactions observed.
Summary of Counts This Season
Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary
Signing Up for the 2019-2020 Season
Project FeederWatch is a great way to introduce children and adults to science and conservation through bird watching.
If you are interested in joining Project FeederWatch this season, you can learn more and sign-up at the Project FeederWatch website. During the 21 week season you will need to record your observations during two consecutive days each week.
Previous Project FeederWatch Post
Citizen Science: Project FeederWatch -- Count #18 Report 2019-2020 Season w/Original Photos
Sources
Project FeederWatch -- Collecting Bird Counts for North American Continent
eBird -- Collecting Bird Counts from around the World
Crossley ID Guide -- For identifying the birds of North America
National Oceanic and Atmosheric Administration -- For weather data
The Weather Channel -- For weather data
Use of Original Photos
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Hello @etcmike. All the pictures look great. The one I liked best was this one.
Hola @etcmike. Están geniales todas las fotos. La que más me gusto fue esta.
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thank you for sharing the project and beautiful photos of birds
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Hello @etcmike. Still in winter?... Those pictures are beautiful. I can imagine what it will be like in the spring.
Hola @etcmike. Todavía en invierno?… Están bellas esas fotos. Ya imagino lo que habrá en primavera.
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Early Saturday morning it started snowing. It was a heavy wet snow. The temperature was right around freezing. It was the type of late winter/early spring snow storm that melts away shortly after the snow stops.
There are already signs of spring around, but winter gives us reminders every now and then.
Have a great week!
Steem on,
Mike
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Wow, absolutely wonderful photographs, especially the one of the squirrel.
You put so much work into the project, and I applaud you for that.
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Amazing idea of the posting
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Different types of birds 👍
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Hello @etcmike. Beautiful specimens... I hope winter passes soon.
Hola @etcmike. Hermosos ejemplares… Espero el invierno pase pronto.
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Awesome👏✊👍 right ✔time click beautiful 🐦bird.
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