The Downy Woodpecker
March is the transition month somewhere between winter and spring – one day a burst of warm air, and then strong winds and a new coating of snow, the birds, however, know that the end of winter is near. The … Continue reading
The Cooper’s Hawk
The Cooper’s Hawk is a fairly frequent visitor to Mount Auburn and can be present at almost every month of the year though many of the reports are during the fall and winter months. The Cooper’s Hawk is a member … Continue reading
Winter Birding: Owls
In addition to species seen frequently year-round at Mount Auburn – American Black Duck, Rock Dove, Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Cardinal, Northern Mockingbird, House Finch, American Goldfinch – winter at the … Continue reading
Tips for Beginning Birders
If you walk around Mount Auburn Cemetery, you will see plenty of birds–and where you see plenty of birds, you will see plenty of birders! Why do people take up birding? First of all, it’s a great way to get … Continue reading