Hi neighbors,

The spring bird migration is in full force, with many birds returning and many more winging their way through our neighborhood and headed north. If you maintain feeders, now’s the time to keep them full. I’ve been treated to a flock of rose-breasted grosbeaks for the last week, who have ravenously devoured sunflower seeds from my feeders. One evening I had 5 males all at once! Orioles are also returning, so if you place an orange half in a secure place (up and away from our raccoons), you may attract these beauties, too.

This Satuday is International Migratory Bird Day. Birders from across the country will be out in force counting species and numbers. The theme this year is ”Tundra to Tropics: Connecting Birds, Habitats, and People”. Say Hi if you see any birders in the ravine this weekend.

And remember - keep cats indoors!

Greg

Greg Cunnigham, Ohio Audubon Board Member