Citizen Science: Project FeederWatch -- Count #01 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 10-11 November 2018.
The 32nd season of Project FeederWatch kicked off 10 November 2018.
The 2018-2019 season goes through 5 April 2019.
Weather
Saturday, 10 November 2018
Snow on the ground. Mostly cloudy. No precipitation.
High: 31 (F)
Low: 9 (F)
Winds from the South
Average Wind Speed: 10 mph
Highest Gust: 30 mph
Sunday, 11 November 2018
Snow melting. Partly cloudy. No precipitation.
High: 41 (F)
Low: 22 (F)
Winds from the Northwest
Average Wind Speed: 8.9 mph
Highest Gust: 27 mph
Squirrels
Both days during the count, my feeders were visited by some local squirrels.
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On Sunday the squirrels were scurrying around searching for nuts.
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Unable to locate any nuts on Sunday, this squirrel started eating the unripened berries in my Indian Magic Crab Apple tree.
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Bird Watching Notes
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.
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.
Hairy Woodpecker
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Range map for Hairy Woodpeckers throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Hairy Woodpecker at the "All About Birds" webpage.
Red-wing 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.
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.
European Starling
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Feeding frenzy of European Starlings feasting on peanuts.
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Range map for European Starlings throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the European Starling 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.
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.
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.
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-bellied Woodpecker
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Range map for Red-bellied Woodpeckers throughout North America.
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You can learn more about the Red-bellied 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.
Bird Counts
My bird counts for the two-day period 10-11 November 2018.
Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary
Interactions
Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary
Red-bellied Woodpecker Fending Off European Starlings
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Summary of Counts This Season
Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary
Signing Up for the 2018-2019 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 2018-2019
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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Great photos, my friend and these birds look amazing, especially when the first snow! Thank you @etcmike
Applause for you, @etcmike. I have been impressed and amazed with your work. Normally I'm a fan of your sunrise videos, but this is a complete and very special job. The fact that you take some time to investigate birds and their behavior, or one and that other squirrel, not only speaks of your commitment to the planet, to science, but also your value as a human being and your sensitivity. Receive a congratulations and a hug! Thank you for sharing this kind of work.
Awww! all photographs are very adorable. Splendid capture and love details very well. Fantastic compostion.
Love your photography style. God bless you.
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Seriously the best blog of the entire day! those birds are just adorable, I loved all of them but Red woodpecker just stole my heart in one go!
keep up with such interesting content.
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Amazing birds you spotted there so cool loved it that was great :)
wow as always so beautiful buddy ..the squirrel looks so pretty :)..the birds add more colors in it...great post 👍👍👍