Birds are calling

It's the time of year for birds, at least the first few that have come back for spring. The next 3 months will be a chorus of birdsong on the trails.

The first migrants back were the blackbirds, who congregate in the tall silver maples down the way every evening, carrying on a raucous conversation - but disappearing during the day.



The geese got active quickly, pairing off and seeking a pond for nesting while the ponds themselves were still frozen. But for some reason they now like to sit on the rooftop and honk loudly at anyone they see.


Now the song sparrow is also back, along with the robins, turkey vultures, and flickers. Woodpeckers, cardinals and chickadees who stayed all winter are also active. The song sparrow sits in the very top of a small tree nearby and sings it's very musical song - easy to recognize with it's beginning strong 3 similar notes.