September 21, 2017. You may spot an American Kestrel in Connecticut this fall either on its southward migration route or in its year-round home.
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American Kestrel
Friday, September 22nd, 2017Philadelphia 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.
Baird’s Sandpiper
Thursday, August 17th, 2017August 17, 2017. Baird’s Sandpiper is a long-distance Central Flyway migrant from its high Arctic breeding grounds to South America, straying east to Connecticut in late summer and autumn. When here, they’re found on mudflats, the edges of grassy ponds and marshes, and beaches above the wrack line.
Black Vulture
Friday, August 11th, 2017August 11, 2017. Not all that long ago, Connecticut birders would form a posse to go chasing reports of Black Vultures in the state. These days the species is pretty common.
Tree Swallow
Friday, August 4th, 2017August 4, 2017. In a few short weeks Tree Swallows will begin their southward migration, gathering near the mouth of the Connecticut River.
Semipalmated Plover
Monday, July 24th, 2017July 25, 2017. Semipalmated Plovers have recently reappeared on Connecticut beaches, right on time at the beginning of their fall migration.
Roseate Tern
Thursday, July 20th, 2017July 20, 2017. July and August is a good time to look for this endangered bird from the shores of Long Island Sound.
Clapper Rail
Friday, July 14th, 2017July 14, 2017. These marsh birds are known for their elusive nature and are more often heard than seen.
