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 30 November -1 December 2019.

The 2019-2020 season goes through 3 April 2020.

Weather

Saturday, 30 November 2019

Saturday was a mix of clouds, sun, and rain. There was 0.04 inches of precipitation.

High: 53 (F) / 11 (C)
Low: 36 (F) / 2 (C)

Winds from the South-Southwest
Average Wind Speed: 14 mph
Highest Gust: 52 mph

Sunday, 1 December 2019

A bit of snow and rain. Sunday was blusterly and cloudy. There was 0.02 inches of precipitation.

High: 37 (F) / 2 (C)
Low: 25 (F) / -3 (C)

Winds from the Northwest
Average Wind Speed: 23.2 mph
Highest Gust: 52 mph

Bird Watching Notes

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.

Cooper's Hawk

This Cooper's Hawk likes staking out my bird feeders.

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Range map for Cooper's Hawks throughout North America.

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You can learn more about the Cooper's Hawk at the "All About Birds" webpage.

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.

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.

House Finch

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Range map for House Finches throughout North America.

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You can learn more about the House Finch at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Dark-eyed Junco

Size comparison between the Blue Jay and the 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.

Red-Winged Blackbird

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Range map for Red-Winged Blackbirds throughout North America.

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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.

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

House Sparrow

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Range map for House Sparrows throughout North America.

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You can learn more about the House Sparrow at the "All About Birds" webpage.

White-breasted Nuthatch

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Range map for White-breasted Nuthatches throughout North America.

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You can learn more about the White-breasted Nuthatch 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.

Bird Counts

My bird counts for the two-day period 30 November - 1 December 2019.

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 #03 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

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Photo/Video Editing

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Equipment

Item	Name
Camera	Canon EOS 7D
Lens	Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom
Lens	Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
Filters	Tiffen UV Protection Filter, Tiffen Circular Polarizer Glass Filter
Tripod	Manfrotto MT190XPRO3 3 Section Aluminum Tripod Legs with Q90 Column (Black)

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