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 11-12 November 2017.

The 31st season of Project FeederWatch kicked off 11 November 2017.

The 2017-2018 season goes through 13 April 2017.

Squirel!

Both days during the count, my feeders were visited by some local squirels. This one particular squirel was on lookout duty.

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Bird Watching Notes

Red-Tailed Hawk

I was not the only bird watcher this weekend. My bird feeders also had the interest of this Red-Tailed Hawk watching from a distance. This hawk was not included in my count because I did not see him on Saturday or Sunday, but I am sure the hawk was lurking somewhere.

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Range map for Red-Tailed Hawks throughout North America.

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You can learn more about the Red-tailed Hawk at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Here is the full 3 minute video of the Red-tailed Hawk. At the end of the video you get a glimpse of the red tail.

Northern Cardinal

Original Photo

Range map for Northern Cardinals throughout North America.

Image Source

You can learn more about the Northern Cardinal at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Blue Jay

Original Photo

Range map for Blue Jays throughout North America.

Image Source

You can learn more about the Blue Jay at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Downy Woodpecker

Original Photos

Range map for Downy Woodpeckers throughout North America.

Image Source

You can learn more about the Downy Woodpecker at the "All About Birds" webpage.

Bird Counts

My bird counts for the two-day period 11-12 November 2017.

Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary

Summary of Counts This Season

Snapshot from Project FeederWatch Bird Count Summary

Signing Up for the 2017-2018 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.