Citizen Science: Project FeederWatch -- Count #17 Report 2019-2020 Season w/Original Photos

in hive-196387 •  5 years ago 

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 29 February - 1 March 2020.


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The 2018-2019 season goes through 3 April 2020.

Weather

Saturday, 29 February 2020

Saturday was sunny and breezy.

High: 66 (F) / 18 (C)
Low: 26 (F) / -3 (C)

Winds from the South
Average Wind Speed: 14.8 mph / 24 kph (Kilometers per hour)
Highest Gust: 34 mph / 55 kph

Sunday, 1 March 2020

Sunday was partly sunny.

High: 58 (F) / 14 (C)
Low: 36 (F) / 2 (C)

Winds from the Northwest
Average Wind Speed: 12.8 mph / 21 kph
Highest Gust: 34 mph / 55 kph

Bird Watching Notes

On Saturday I spotted a hawk watching my backyard too from afar. I did not see a lot of birds at my feeders on Saturday.


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Hairy Woodpecker


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Range map for Hairy Woodpeckers throughout North America.


Image Source

You can learn more about the Hairy Woodpecker at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Downy Woodpecker

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Range map for Downy Woodpeckers throughout North America.


Image Source

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.


Image Source

You can learn more about the Northern Cardinal at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Red-Winged Blackbird


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Range map for Red-Winged Blackbirds throughout North America.


Image Source

You can learn more about the Red-Winged Blackbird at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Mourning Dove


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Range map for Mourning Doves throughout North America.


Image Source

You can learn more about the Mourning Dove at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Dark-eyed Junco


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Range map for Dark-eyed Juncos throughout North America.


Image Source

You can learn more about the Dark-eyed Junco at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Bird Counts

My bird counts for the two-day period 29 February - 1 March 2020.


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Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary

Interactions

No interactions observed.

Summary of Counts This Season


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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 #16 Report 2019-2020 Season w/Original Photos

Sources

All About Birds

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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Photo/Video Editing

Video editing performed with Adobe Primiere Elements 2020. Affiliate link to Amazon.com provided for your convenience.

Equipment

ItemName
CameraCanon EOS 7D
LensCanon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom
LensCanon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
FiltersTiffen UV Protection Filter, Tiffen Circular Polarizer Glass Filter
TripodManfrotto MT190XPRO3 3 Section Aluminum Tripod Legs with Q90 Column (Black)

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Wow I really happy here is different type of birds thanks sir for sharing.

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Beautiful colourful birds👍

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thank you very much for sharing a great project

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more of these projects ,thank you very much for sharing

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Finally red wing blackbirds have arrived in my backyard! Wonderful photos! !Tip

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