November 29, 2018 — For the scores of migratory and nesting bird species in Connecticut to survive and thrive, the state’s cities and suburbs must create, maintain, and improve their local habitats in everything from small neighborhood parks to larger nature preserves. A PDF of the report is here. That’s the key finding of the […]
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Press Release – State of the Birds 2018: cities and suburbs are essential to the survival of Connecticut’s birds
Wednesday, November 28th, 2018Blue-winged Warbler
Thursday, June 28th, 2018June 28, 2018. Blue-winged Warblers prove that you don’t have to stop looking at vibrant warblers just because spring migration is over!
Rough-legged Hawk
Friday, January 12th, 2018January 12, 2018. They are most easily found along the coast at places such as Connecticut Audubon’s Coastal Center at Milford Point and Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison, where birders found a Rough-legged on Monday and Tuesday. Another was seen at Long Beach in Stratford on Tuesday.
Ipswich Sparrow
Friday, January 5th, 2018January 5, 2018. For those birders who relish long walks in biting cold winds, coastal sparrow searches in winter can turn up one of the rarer subspecies of the common Savannah Sparrow, the “Ipswich” Savannah Sparrow.
Black-headed Gull
Wednesday, January 3rd, 2018January 3, 2018. A great find at any time of the year, but more likely in the late winter and early spring, this small, hooded gull is normally found associating with large flocks of Bonaparte’s Gulls but often consorts with larger gull species such as Laughing and Ring-billed Gulls.
Red-breasted Merganser
Wednesday, December 20th, 2017December 20, 2017. Red-breasted Mergansers can be found in large groups, as big as 50 to 60 individuals at times.
Snowy Owls in Connecticut, Winter 2017-2018
Sunday, December 10th, 2017December 10, 2017. Welcome to the 2017 Snowy Owl season! With over 10 different sightings already reported in Connecticut and perhaps a hundred or more from Virginia to Maine, there is no doubt this is an irruption year.
Snow Bunting
Wednesday, December 6th, 2017December 6, 2017. A bleak winter day can be brightened by the sight of the small, graceful songbird called the Snow Bunting (Plectrophenax nivalis).
Thanksgiving Treats
Tuesday, November 21st, 2017November 22, 2017. Our Bird Finder authors are taking the week off so I’ve compiled a selection of their work from last fall and winter, and the previous fall and winter, as a guide to birds you might want to look for over the Thanksgiving weekend.
Franklin’s Gull
Thursday, November 2nd, 2017November 2, 2017. Franklin’s Gulls are extremely rare visitors to Connecticut.
Red Crossbill
Saturday, November 18th, 2017November 18, 2017. Although there have been only a few sightings in Connecticut so far, you may have a good opportunity to see Red Crossbills this fall and winter. Look for the trademark bill that crosses at the tip.
Northern Goshawk
Friday, October 27th, 2017October 27, 2017. The best way to see a Northern Goshawk in Connecticut is by visiting a hawk watch during late autumn.
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Thursday, October 19th, 2017October 19, 2017. Nominally a European species, the Lesser Black-backed Gull is now an uncommon but regularly occurring bird along Connecticut’s coast from October through March.
White-crowned Sparrow
Friday, October 13th, 2017October 13, 2017. One of the aristocrats of the sparrow family, the size and handsome markings of this sparrow immediately distinguish it from other sparrows and draws the observer’s attention.
Pine Warbler
Friday, October 6th, 2017October 6, 2017. Still hanging around in pine trees, the Pine Warbler is usually one of the last songbirds to migrate south.
Connecticut Warbler
Thursday, September 28th, 2017September 28, 2017. One of our most difficult warblers to see, now is the time to look for this secretive species.
American Kestrel
Friday, September 22nd, 2017September 21, 2017. You may spot an American Kestrel in Connecticut this fall either on its southward migration route or in its year-round home.
Philadelphia Vireo
Friday, September 15th, 2017September 15, 2017. Early to mid September is the best time to find Philadelphia Vireo in Connecticut.
Broad-winged Hawk
Sunday, September 3rd, 2017September 3, 2017. During fall migration, if you’re in the right place, it’s almost impossible not to see them.
Forster’s Tern
Wednesday, August 23rd, 2017August 23, 2017. We’re just entering prime time for Forster’s Terns.
