Citizen Science: Project FeederWatch -- Count #13 Report w/Original Photos
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 2-3 February 2019. I missed a few weeks of counting due to travel.
The 2018-2019 season goes through 5 April 2019.
Weather
Saturday, 2 February 2019
The snow on the ground is continuing to melt. Saturday was foggy and cloudy.
High: 42 (F)
Low: 28 (F)
Winds from the South
Average Wind Speed: 10.2 mph
Highest Gust: 19 mph
Sunday, 3 February 2019
Sunday was cloudy and still foggy. By the end of the day there was nearly no snow left on the ground.
High: 53 (F)
Low: 33 (F)
Winds from the South-Southwest
Average Wind Speed: 10.1 mph
Highest Gust: 27 mph
Bird Watching Notes
Red-Bellied Woodpecker
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Range map for Red-Bellied Woodpeckers throughout North America.
Image Source
You can learn more about the Red-Bellied Woodpecker at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Hairy Woodpecker
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This photo allows you to see the size comparison between the Hairy Woodpecker and the Red-bellied Woodpecker. It was created by merging two photos together.
Original Photo
Range map for Hairy Woodpeckers throughout North America.
Image Source
You can learn more about the Hairy Woodpecker at the "All About Birds" webpage.
American Tree Sparrow
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Range map for American Tree Sparrows throughout North America.
Image Source
You can learn more about the American Tree Sparrow at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Brown-Headed Cowbird
Original Photo
Range map for Brown-Headed Cowbirds throughout North America.
Image Source
You can learn more about the Brown-Headed Cowbird at the "All About Birds" webpage.
European Starling
Original Photo
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Range map for European Starlings throughout North America.
Image Source
You can learn more about the European Starling at the "All About Birds" webpage.
House Finch
Original Photo
Range map for House Finches throughout North America.
Image Source
You can learn more about the House Finch at the "All About Birds" webpage.
American Goldfinch
Original Photo
Range map for American Goldfinches throughout North America.
Image Source
You can learn more about the American Goldfinch at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Bird Counts
My bird counts for the two-day period 2-3 February 2019.
Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary
Interactions
No interactions observed.
Summary of Counts This Season
Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary
Previous Project FeederWatch Post
Citizen Science: Project FeederWatch -- Count #12 Report 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
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Incredible post once again thanks for sharing with full details interesting shots
I never cease to be surprised by your lovely birds. Thank you, they are so beautiful.
Great review @etcmike, your birds are very interesting and look amazing!
Oh yes @etcmike, very beautiful photos and quite interesting to learn about the birds living in your area!
Hi Mike sir, very nice bird photography
Good project. thanks for sharing.
Many types cute little birds here only one American sparrow just like my India sparrow all birds cute and beautiful.
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Beautiful photographs very nice picture thanks for sharing.
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