Hello Birders. In the interests of privacy and whenever I remember to do so, I try to send these emails out as blind copies to all who have been on our birding hikes in past years. And while we cannot go out birding together this year we can spend time outdoors, always a good distance from others, to watch and listen for the newest spring arrivals. So why not share your observation of avian newcomers with me and I will pass them along to the group. If our current situation ha

They’re baaaack! And it lifts my spirits to see them once again. The sun’s warmth has finally beaten back winter’s icy hold. The mourning doves and house sparrows that frequented my feeder were like houseguests that had over-stayed their welcome. I was hoping for some fresh faces. In mid-March, the early returning birds started trickling in and the arrival of each new species felt like a reunion with an old friend. First back on the scene were the common grackles. Sure,